Ep. 88 How to Help Teens Eat More Veggies — What Science Says
Wed Feb 04 2026
You’ll learn:
Why one bad food experience can shape food beliefs for yearsHow cooking together increases vegetable intakeWhat science says about repeated exposure and taste developmentSimple ways to help teens reach 5–6 servings a day without pressureThis episode is for parents and teens who want practical, realistic strategies that actually work.
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 disorders
Because 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.
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You’ll learn: Why one bad food experience can shape food beliefs for yearsHow cooking together increases vegetable intakeWhat science says about repeated exposure and taste developmentSimple ways to help teens reach 5–6 servings a day without pressureThis episode is for parents and teens who want practical, realistic strategies that actually work. 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 disorders Because 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. Links 30 Healthy Recipes for teens lifestyleforteens.com/recipes Smoothies Recipes for teens lifestyleforteens.com/smoothies Subscribe to my newsletter lifestyleforteens.com/newsletter