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How often do you find yourself asking your teenagers what they were thinking? Well, turns out teens might not be entirely at fault. Diana Keough explains and shares some advice, having raised four teens of her own.

BMI, or body mass index, uses weight and height to calculate weight status for adults. BMI for children and teens also takes into account gender and age because healthy body fatness differs between boys and girls and changes as they grow. This BMI calculator will help you determine if your child is at a healthy weight.

The body mass index is a measure of a person's body fat. In children and teens, the index is used to find out if a child is too thin, too heavy, or at risk of becoming too heavy.

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Foods like corn and potatoes have gotten a bad rap for their quick-acting carbohydrates, but these starchy veggies still deserve a place on your plate. Licensed dietitian Rachel Baer explains why.

Although it is not a perfect measure, BMI gives a fairly accurate assessment of how much of your teen's body is composed of fat.

It is important to learn about proper meal-planning when your child has diabetes. The type and amount of food your child eats affects his/her blood sugar levels.

Teens need at least 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity on most days for good health and fitness and for healthy weight during growth.

Encourage your teen to eat three balanced meals a day, with fruits or vegetables as snacks.