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" I can&amp;#039;t stay fit. I used to be a healthy girl, but now, because of my weight, I have no confidence. I don&amp;#039;t know what to do. The worst part is that I eat so much and still feel hungry. Help!&amp;quot; Rachel, 16, Canton, OH Rachel, you say that you used to be a healthy girl, but now you have no confidence because of your weight. Have you suddenly gained or lost a lot of weight? Or have your eating habits changed significantly? If the answer to either of these questions is yes, we suggest that you first see your doctor. There could be many reasons for sudden weight or appetite changes, including hormones, stress and other factors. Make sure there is nothing medical that is keeping you from being healthy. If that checks out, then it&amp;#039;s time to get real about your exercise and eating habits. If you have any questions about how much you should be exercising or eating, ask your doctor about that as well. Staying fit is a commitment \u2014 one we know you can keep if you take these steps. For extra workout motivation, have a friend or family member do it with you. And check out seventeen.com/health-sex-fitness for healthy recipes and workout ideas. At seventeen.com, you can also find information about The Seventeen Body Peace Treaty, with tips for gaining confidence no matter what size you are. "^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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