A couple of pounds of extra body fat are not a health risk for most people. But being seriously overweight or obese can cause someone to have a number of health problems, both physical and emotional.
In this section, you'll find information on some common health concerns that go with being overweight. You'll also find tips on what teens can do to manage weight in a healthy way.
To read about some of the common physical problems that can affect overweight people, check out these articles:
Being overweight can also impact how people feel about themselves. Check out these articles for insight into the emotional issues that can affect some overweight teens and how to deal with them:
And here's some advice on reaching — and staying at — a healthy weight:
Reviewed by: Mary L. Gavin, MD
Date reviewed: September 2007
