Ep 72. Should Teens Count Calories to Lose Weight?

Should teens count calories to get to a healthy weight? It sounds like a smart plan, but for growing bodies and developing minds, it's more complicated than it seems.

In this episode, I walk you through:

• The pros and cons of calorie counting in teens
• Real-world examples from my work with adolescents
• What the research actually says about tracking calories
• When it might help—and when it might harm
• What to try instead: like the plate method and habit tracking

Whether you're a teen, a parent, or someone who supports adolescents, this episode offers clarity, compassion, and practical tools. Let's build healthy habits without obsession.

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I’m Dr. Jenny Gourgari—pediatric endocrinologist, certified in obesity medicine and a health coach.
After helping hundreds of teens struggling with their weight and hormones, I’ve created a whole new path by doing what most programs miss: balance puberty hormones naturally and create habits that actually last.

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✅ A safe, supportive approach that prevents eating disorders

Because when teens understand their hormones and get the right support, they don’t just lose weight—they gain strength, energy, confidence, and freedom!

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