181. Your Weight Doesn’t Define You: Teen Body & BMI Explained with Dr. Joey Skelton

Have you ever felt like your body is something you need to fix? In this episode of Healthy Teen Life, Leslie sits down with Dr. Joey Skelton, a pediatrician and author of Your Child Is Not Their Weight, to talk honestly about what your body size actually means, what it does not mean, and why the number on the scale tells you far less than our culture wants you to believe. If you have ever felt judged for how your body looks, confused about BMI, or unsure how to talk about food and weight in a way that actually feels good, this episode will give you a completely new way to think about all of it. Dr. Skelton brings decades of experience working with teens and families to this conversation and his perspective is one you genuinely need to hear. In this episode, you'll learn: Why up to 60% of your body size is determined by genetics and what that actually means for you What BMI really is, what it is not, and why it should never be used as the only measure of your health Why labeling foods as good or bad creates more harm than good and what to do instead How family meal time affects your health, happiness, and even your performance at school What parents should and should not say at the dinner table when they are concerned about their teen's weight How to start building a positive relationship with food that actually lasts   Connect with Dr. Joey Skelton:   Connect with Leslie: Parents: Schedule a free Clarity Call with Leslie here to help your teen or young adult resolve weight and unhealthy eating habits, while improving body image and self-esteem.   Grab Leslie's free guide: 5 Ways to Help Your Teen Eat Better Without Making Things Worse Website: leslierosecoaching.com Instagram: instagram.com/leslierosecoaching Facebook: facebook.com/leslierosecoaching Disclaimer