Title:
Am I Too Young?Hi, Im 13 years of age and I wish too know if I am too young too go on a dietI also do karate. could it be dangerous for me because my body is still groing?
Name: Sabin
Date: Aug. 24th, 2001
Title: Re: Am I Too Young?
Dieting can deprive your body
of nutrients and can stop your
period and can deplete your
body of nutrients. Don't
"diet." Eat a balanced diet
(lean meat, frutis and
veggies, whole grains,
legumes) and exercise to feel
good about yourself. Don't
fall into the trap of dieting,
which can wear on your self
esteem. Focus on the positive
feelings you get from exercise
and associate that with proper
and sufficient food intake as
a sign that you are taking
care of yourself. Also,
meditation and deep breathing
can help combat stress. Have
fun, and bes
Name: Dana
Date: Aug. 24th, 2001
Title: Re: Am I Too Young?
Depends on what you mean by "Diet". If you mean eating next to nothing in a vane attempt to "Lose Weight", that's not safe for anyone of any age. If you mean to change your eating habits, the younger the better.
Ask a more specific question, and we'll be able to answer it.
Name: Wyze
Date: Aug. 25th, 2001