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If you\u2019ve got teens, you know how it is. You\u2019ve raised them from tiny babies to the cusp of adulthood. And you\u2019ve worked hard to help them form good health habits. You\u2019ve reminded them to brush their teeth, to eat their vegetables, and to shower regularly. It\u2019s worked out pretty well: They aren\u2019t total slobs. They\u2019re out and on their own a lot more, making their own decisions\u2014even driving cars. (We know! Terrifying.) Before you know it, they\u2019ll truly be in charge of their own decisions. What more can you do to make sure they lead healthy and happy lives?<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Even though their futures are largely in their hands, you still have plenty of influence over your teens and their future health. And you can accomplish a lot without throwing your parental weight around. That\u2019s great news for everyone. Because who really likes being bossed around?<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Healthy eating may be an issue you\u2019ve had with your kids since early on. The good news is, they probably are more adventurous and more hungry than ever when it comes to food. The not-so-great news? They\u2019re eating out more, and a lot of what they eat when they\u2019re out is either fast food or junk food.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Use your energy wisely. Trying to keep tabs on everything they eat when you\u2019re not around is more trouble than it\u2019s worth. But you can easily influence what they eat at home by stocking only healthy foods when you do the grocery shopping. Your teens will eat better, and so will the rest of your family.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Encourage Physical Activity (But Support Their Interests)<\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div>
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Being involved in organized sports is a great way for teens to stay healthy. They\u2019ll get plenty of exercise, structure, and guidance from authority figures who aren\u2019t you (which saves strain on you).<\/p>\n<\/div>

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But sports can be stressful, especially when the emphasis is all on winning. And organized sports are not every teen\u2019s idea of a good time.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Especially for teens who aren\u2019t inclined toward sports, finding other ways to be active is key. And the best way is by appealing to the activities they find naturally appealing. Maybe that\u2019s camping. Or yoga. Or LARPing.<\/a> Or lightsaber training.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>

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There are lots of ways to be active. Steering them toward activities that interest them may work best.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Have the Talks About Sex, Drugs, Drinking, and Smoking<\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div>
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Your teen\u2019s views about sex<\/a> \u305d\u3057\u3066 substance use<\/a> (including alcohol and tobacco) are almost certain to be shaped by what they hear from their friends and what they see and hear online. If you want them to think anything different, you should probably talk to them about these subjects yourself.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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It\u2019s a personal topic, to be sure. Only you know what needs to be said. Whatever you need to say to your teen, make sure you say it clearly and (as much as possible) without embarrassment.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Your teens may be all about their independence, but they\u2019re still learning a lot of their attitudes from observing yours. If you don\u2019t seem embarrassed to talk to them, they\u2019ll be more likely to ask you for guidance or help when the need arises.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Let Them Sleep in When They Can<\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div>
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Teens\u2019 sleep patterns shift<\/a> during this stage of life, meaning it\u2019s quite normal for teens to stay up later, and sleep in later in the morning. Not that their schedules are always so accommodating. And having near-constant access to electronic devices doesn\u2019t help.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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To help them get to bed sooner rather than later, set a family policy cutting off screen time an hour or two before the target bedtime. Be sure to follow this policy yourself. You probably need more sleep, too, and your teens will appreciate the example you set (whether they let on or not). Have everyone steer clear of caffeinated sodas and energy drinks later in the day, too.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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But when they can sleep in, let them. And be mindful of promoting habits like late-night study sessions and all-nighters. While it\u2019s important to get schoolwork done on time, it\u2019s not great to always be doing it at the expense of proper sleep. (Be mindful of the example you\u2019re setting in this area, too.)<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Stay in Touch (While Giving Them Space)<\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div>
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There\u2019s no denying this is a tricky balance. Teens are in the process of finding their independence, and it\u2019s okay\u2014even healthy\u2014to honor that. But chances are they still want to know you\u2019re there for them when they need you. Keep finding ways to spend time together. One approach? Let them know they can be in charge of when and how that happens. What they come up with might pleasantly surprise you.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Are these tips foolproof? Oh, no. Every parent\/teen relationship is different. And your teen is fast becoming a young adult, and on their way to truly calling all of their own shots.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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One thing\u2019s for sure: If they start out living healthy and happy, they\u2019re that much more likely to keep on that way.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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