How many calories should a 13 0r 14 year old take in a day??
2007-09-22 21:22:33 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Diet & Fitness
I'm 5 1" & right now I weigh 104
2007-09-22 21:28:07 · update #1
As many as you feel hungry for. At your age, assuming you're not very obese, this should not even be an issue. Just don't eat un-healthy food like lots of take-aways and sugary lollies. Most importantly, everyone should be active, walking, playing a sport, anything that gets you moving.
As for diets, they suck. Think of it more as a long-term diet change. Have one to two litres of water everyday, avoid very processed foods (fast food, sugary bars and drinks etc), eat heaps of FRESH veges and fruits, and avoid alcohol (though at your age I doubt that's a problem.
Remember, your attitude can help your body to be healthy. Someone who has a possitive self-esteem is more responsive to exercise, and eating good food. If you're down on yourself you are more likely to want to binge on bad food. So smile at yourself everyday!
2007-09-22 21:43:27 · answer #1 · answered by Adar 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on height, weight and physical activity. Generally about 15 calories per pound of body weight, perhaps higher for more active kids.
2007-09-23 04:26:34 · answer #2 · answered by Katherine W 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
400
2007-09-23 04:26:14 · answer #3 · answered by applesauce 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would say about 2,000 cals a day...your still growing and you need all your nutrients!! Just make sure you are eating healthy and not junk food. Also exercise regularly! Otherwise the food you do eat will go right to your butt and hips...
2007-09-23 04:37:55 · answer #4 · answered by lazerangel99 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't listen to these fools, i am a nurse you need at the very least 1600 calories a day. anyless and you will actually do harm to yourself and gain weight when you decide to eat, at your age cardio is best!!
2007-09-23 04:31:00 · answer #5 · answered by dmarshall9988 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋