I'm 14 years old. How can I start having a healthy diet?

1. Do NOT become a vegetarian. You are still growing, and your brain grows until you are 25. After 25 you can be as dumb as you want. 2. read more

The USDA recommends that half of any meal a 14-year-old eats should consist of fruits and vegetables. Doing so should help girls consume the recommended 2 1/2 cups of vegetables and 1 1/2 cups of fruit each day. Boys need to consume the recommended 3 cups of vegetables and 2 cups of fruit daily. read more

At 14, you're still growing, so getting adequate nutrition and calories should be your primary dietary focus. If a doctor has indicated that weight loss would improve your health, be diligent in your efforts to eat healthfully and move more. Recognize that maintaining a healthy weight while during your teen years requires balance. read more