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 Teens
As a teenager, you have special diet requirements due to the sudden growth spurt and changes in your body.

If you're a girl, you'll start to experience the impact that PMS can have on your routine. If you're a guy, you'll probably find that you can just never get enough to eat! Teens also often struggle with acne and other skin problems.

Luckily, there are specific changes you can make to your diet that could help.

Now is the time to exchange the junk food for healthier alternatives. It’ll make you more attractive now and healthier later on.

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01. Teen diet tips
Right, so you're set on looking your absolute best. But did you know that what you eat could actually make a difference (and not just in terms of your weight)? Find out more!
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02. PMS and diet
It's that time of the month again and you are feeling grumpy and miserable. Does the answer lie in what you eat?
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03. Osteoporosis: milk or supplements?
During your teens, it's absolutely essential to increase your calcium intake in order to ensure bone health in later life. But what's the best source of this vital nutrient?
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04. Diet and a beautiful skin
Experts know that acne is not primarily influenced by what we eat. However, a recent study points to a possible link between acne, diet and high blood insulin levels.
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05. Energy needs during the teen years
Stress and emotional upsets can seriously affect the energy balance in teens, resulting in the consumption of too little or too much food.
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