Dr Jenny Gourgari
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Are the weight loss struggles of your teen linked to something deeper than diet and exercise? I explore the complex relationship between insulin resistance, metabolic syndrome, abnormal lipid profiles, and how these factors compound the diffic
I hear a lot from teens that they want to improve their belly fat. Is this possible?Yes it is!! It is actually a great thing to do, not only so that teens can look more beautiful but also because less belly fat helps decrease the inflammation i
In the comprehensive Health and Behavior in Teenagers Study (HABITS), valuable insights were gathered from 4,320 students, with an average age of just under 12 years. This research sheds light on an important aspect of our children's lives: how
In this episode I discuss why teenagers decide to get to a healthier weight and how we, as caretakers and supporters, can help maintain that flame of motivation. We're not just talking about health; we're addressing the spectrum of desires fro
Have you ever wondered why keeping muscle mass is key to a teen's healthy weight loss journey? I'm here to share with you essential insights on how a balanced approach to exercise can safeguard your child's muscle mass as they work to lose thos
Could breakfast be the hidden key to your teen's weight management success? Join me, as I uncover the truth behind the science of breakfast and its impact on adolescent weight. Many parents wrestle with their teens over the morning meal, armed
Could your teen's stubborn weight issues be linked to an underlying thyroid problem? It's a question that many parents have. We're looking beyond the scale and into the science, with insights from a research study that shed light on this topic
Are your teenagers grabbing for sport and energy drinks as their go-to refreshers? Before you let them gulp down these beverages, join me as I go over a clinical report by the American Academy of Pediatrics . It has been archived now but I fin
Imagine the mental weight lifted from the shoulders of our adolescent girls once they realize that they are more than the images they see on the internet. I present a study conducted in Australia, which sheds light on how constant exposure to t
Are you ready to experience the joy of the holiday season without the guilt of overindulgence? I used to get sad and stressed out with Holidays season because I always ended up with some extra weight. I learned over the years a few tips and I w
Are we inadvertently fostering eating disorders in teenagers striving for a healthy weight? I present here a study that followed 97 teenagers aged 14-18 over a year, looking at the impact of a program on their insulin resistance, liver fat per
Looking to understand more the reality behind your child's fast food habits and its impact on their health? I dive into a research study by Dr. Bowman, assessing the effects of fast food consumption on the energy intake and diet quality among
Imagine the profound impact if we could disentangle body satisfaction and self-esteem among our teenagers? Dr Gourgari presents research that was done to explore the crucial link between body image and self-esteem amongst our youth. "Body Image
Ever wondered how overall movement, screen time, and sleep contribute to a teenager's overall health? We go over into the 24-hour movement recommendations for kids, drawn from a great study in the Journal of Pediatric Obesity. This episode take
What if the very diets teenagers follow to lose weight are the culprits behind weight gain and unhealthy eating habits? We're shaking things up with an in-depth exploration of a groundbreaking study that turns conventional dieting wisdom on its
Do you ever wonder if your child's weight could be impacting their mental health? Dr Gourgari presents a fascinating study from Sweden detailing how excess weight can potentially lead to mental health issues in youngsters. Why does this happe
It can be difficult for families to go in person to multiple appointments to address the weight concerns they have for their children. Especially after the COVID pandemic, more people started developing online programs for weight management fo
Parents often express concerns about their children's extra weight and may even dismiss it, believing that it's a phase they will eventually outgrow. But what does the science say about this issue? In this podcast episode, we'll dive into the i
Many of us associate summer with outdoor activities and healthier living, but research suggests that this isn't always the case. In this podcast, we will explore more the reasons behind summer weight gain in teens, its impact on their health,
Want to learn more about how to control the cravings during teen years?Here is a tip: Sleep better! I present the research below: "Associations of Sleep with Food Cravings, Diet, and Obesity in Adolescence Nutrients 2019, 11, 2899; doi:10.3390
White or brown rice? White or brown pasta?Whole wheat or white bread? Whole grain versus refined grain can be another small change you can implement to improve your child's insulin sensitivity and risk for diabetes. A great study was done in c
A lot of teens and children suffer from attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder ie ADHD. It is estimated that around 10% of children have ADHD. Some of them take medications for it, others dont. In this episode, I present a research study that
Teenagers spend a significant amount of time on social media, mostly on their phones, scrolling through their newsfeeds on platforms such as Facebook, Tik-Tok, IG. How does social media use can affect risk for overweight? I present here this
There are three popular dietary styles used in teens who struggle to lose weight:Low carbohydrate dietary planLow glycemic index dietary planPortion control dietary planWhich one is more effective in achieving a healthy weight in teens?Here I p
American academy of Pediatrics recommends that teenagers sleep at least 8-10 hours every night. However, according to data from CDC, more than 2 out of 3 students in middle schools and high schools do not get the recommended amount of sleep. W
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