Want to help your teenager get in shape by balancing puberty hormones and following a healthy lifestyle? Hormones play such a crucial role in a teen’s health, f...
Ep. 58 Being Happy with Me: Teen Body Changes and Self-Love
In this episode, I discuss about body image issues faced by teenagers, sparked by a teen's story involving concerns over exercise due to body shame. There are physical and emotional changes during puberty that contribute to body image problems. Self-compassion and acceptance,rather than the weight itself, influences body image. I present some practical tips for promoting self-love and strategies for building self-love. 00:00 Introduction and Personal Story00:53 Understanding Puberty and Body Changes03:36 The Impact of Unhealthy Weight04:41 The Importance of Self-Compassion07:03 Research Insights on Body Image08:47 Encouraging Healthy Behaviors12:18 Conclusion and Practical TipsDr Gourgari is a pediatric endocrinologist, certified in obesity medicine expert and weight loss coach for teens with more than 15 years of experience. She helps teens build healthy habits that last, so they can feel happier, be more confident and love their body again .To get a free copy of 30 healthy and easy recipes for teens that are high in protein, visithttps://lifestyleforteens.com/recipesTo learn more about the LIFT Program, visit lifestyleforteens.com/program
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Ep.57 The Sleep-Sugar Link: What's Happening to Teens?
This podcast episode explores the relationship between sleep duration and insulin resistance in teenagers, building on previous discussions about insulin resistance during puberty. It highlights the importance of teenagers getting the recommended 8 to 10 hours of sleep each night and presents statistics showing that 70-80% of U.S. teenagers fail to meet this requirement. Two key studies are discussed: one showing that advanced puberty stages are linked to reduced sleep duration, and another indicating that teenagers sleeping less than six hours have higher levels of insulin resistance.Practical tips are provided to help teens gradually increase their sleep duration, which can improve insulin resistance and balance puberty hormones. 00:00 Introduction to Sleep and Insulin Resistance01:11 Importance of Sleep for Teenagers02:23 Studies Linking Sleep and Insulin Resistance05:07 Practical Tips for Better Sleep06:17 Conclusion and Future TopicsDr Gourgari is a pediatric endocrinologist, certified in obesity medicine expert and weight loss coach for teens with more than 15 years of experience. She helps teens build healthy habits that last, so they can feel happier, be more confident and love their body again .To get a free copy of 30 healthy and easy recipes for teens that are high in protein, visithttps://lifestyleforteens.com/recipesTo learn more about the LIFT Program, visit lifestyleforteens.com/program
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Ep. 56 Understanding Insulin : How a Teen's Body Handles Sugar
In this episode I focus on the hormone insulin and its significant role in regulating blood sugar levels and weight. I explain how insulin resistance can develop due to high carbohydrate intake and excess weight gain, leading to potential diabetes. I also discuss the body's insulin response variations with different body shapes and I emphasize the importance of maintaining a healthy weight to reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes. Finally, I offer practical tips for teenagers to improve their insulin resistance through lifestyle changes, noting that these changes can help prevent diabetes and ensure a healthier pancreas.00:00 Introduction to Insulin and Its Importance02:40 Understanding Insulin Resistance04:40 Impact of Insulin Resistance on Teen Health07:03 Factors Contributing to Insulin Resistance10:51 Reversing Insulin Resistance with Healthy Habits12:36 Conclusion and TakeawaysDr Gourgari is a pediatric endocrinologist, certified in obesity medicine expert and weight loss coach for teens with more than 15 years of experience. She helps teens build healthy habits that last, so they can feel happier, be more confident and love their body again .To get a free copy of 30 healthy and easy recipes for teens that are high in protein, visithttps://lifestyleforteens.com/recipesTo learn more about the LIFT Program, visit lifestyleforteens.com/program
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Ep.55 How puberty hormones affect weight gain in teens
What Happens During Puberty?Puberty is a time when teenagers go through a lot of changes in their bodies and inside because of big hormonal shifts.Listen to Understand Puberty: External and Internal ChangesDr Gourgari is a pediatric endocrinologist, certified in obesity medicine expert and weight loss coach for teens with more than 15 years of experience. She helps teens build healthy habits that last, so they can feel happier, be more confident and love their body again .To get a free copy of 30 healthy and easy recipes for teens that are high in protein, visithttps://lifestyleforteens.com/recipesTo learn more about the LIFT Program, visit lifestyleforteens.com/program
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Ep.54 Hungry or Bored Teens? Learn the Difference
In this episode, I talk about boredom eating in teenagers and ways to stop it.I explain the role of hormone dopamine in beating boredom with food. I teach teens how to identify true hunger versus boredom. Dr Gourgari is a pediatric endocrinologist, certified in obesity medicine expert and weight loss coach for teens with more than 15 years of experience. She helps teens build healthy habits that last, so they can feel happier, be more confident and love their body again .To get a free copy of 30 healthy and easy recipes for teens that are high in protein, visithttps://lifestyleforteens.com/recipesTo learn more about the LIFT Program, visit lifestyleforteens.com/program
Want to help your teenager get in shape by balancing puberty hormones and following a healthy lifestyle? Hormones play such a crucial role in a teen’s health, from managing weight to navigating the emotional and physical changes of puberty. This podcast has a focus on mastering puberty hormones and how they impact weight, energy, and overall health. This will help you better understand the "why" behind the changes you’re experiencing and provide actionable solutions to make positive changes.Dr Gourgari is a pediatric endocrinologist, obesity medicine diplomate and certified weight loss coach for teens with more than 15 years of experience. She helps teens build healthy habits that last, so they can feel happier, be more confident and love their body again . Get a free copy of 30 healthy and easy recipes for teens that are high in protein LIFESTYLEFORTEENS.COM/RECIPES To learn more about the LIfestyle For Teens / LIFT Program, visit LIFESTYLEFORTEENS.COM/PROGRAM
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