Ep. 89 What the Darkening of the Skin Around a Teen’s Neck Means

Many parents notice  darkening of the skin around their teen’s neck and assume it is dirt or poor hygiene. But what if it is actually a medical sign from the body?While it may seem like a cosmetic issue, this skin change can be an early warning sign that the body is producing too much insulin, which may increase the risk for prediabetes and type 2 diabetes later in life.The good news is that this condition is often reversible when teens begin building healthier habits.In this episode you will learn:• Why this dark skin appears around the neck • What insulin resistance really means • The difference between insulin resistance and prediabetes • Why puberty hormones can affect metabolism • Simple habits that can help improve insulin sensitivityI’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