Should I track my teen’s calorie intake?

It requires equal balance of awareness, not fixation, to assist an adolescent’s nutrition. Instead of monitoring calories strictly, concentrate on quality and balance in food. Adolescents require energy for development, learning, and worshiping, so their diet must help them meet their needs, not hinder them. Support regular feeding with fruit, vegetables, protein, and whole grains. If weight, health problems, or eating disorders are an issue, seek advice from a medical professional. Islam promotes moderation, not excess nor deficiency. Highlight that food is a gift and a trust. Educate your teenager to be attentive to his/her hunger and fullness signals, and to eat with gratitude and awareness. Severe calorie monitoring can hurt emotional and spiritual well-being if it incites guilt or preoccupation.