Ep. 64 Are Carbs Really Bad for Teens Who Want to Lose Weight ?

In this episode, I answer a question I get all the time from teens I work with: “Are carbs bad if I’m trying to lose weight?”The short answer? No, carbs are not the enemy! In fact, your body needs carbs—especially during puberty—to grow, to have energy, and to keep your hormones balanced.I’ll walk you through:The difference between whole food carbs and processed carbsWhy cutting carbs too much can actually hurt your healthEasy swaps that make a big impactHow to still enjoy pizza, chips, and even soda without guiltThis episode is all about finding balance and learning how to choose the right kinds of carbs that support your goals—without cutting out food groups or feeling restricted.I’m Dr. Jenny Gourgari—pediatric endocrinologist, certified in obesity medicine and a health coach. After helping hundreds of teens struggling with their weight and hormones, I’ve created a whole new path by doing what most programs miss: balance puberty hormones naturally and create habits that actually last.Here's what makes this different:✅ No dieting. No calorie counting. No shame.✅ No more food fights between parents and teens.✅ No weight obsession—just healthy habits✅ Real science behind how puberty hormones affect weight✅ A safe, supportive approach that prevents eating disordersBecause when teens understand their hormones and get the right support, they don’t just lose weight—they gain strength, energy, confidence, and freedom!📲 Subscribe to my newsletter for weekly emails packed with easy tips, clinical insights, and practical tools🎁 Grab your FREE high-protein recipe guide with 30 meals teens will love.Links30 Healthy Recipes for teenslifestyleforteens.com/recipesSmoothies Recipes for teenslifestyleforteens.com/smoothiesSubscribe to my newsletterlifestyleforteens.com/newsletter