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The U.S. Department of Agriculture recommends children ages 9 and older and adults consume at least 3 cups from the dairy group each day. Active teenagers with high calorie requirements of 3,000 calories or more may require 4 cups from the dairy group each day.
A teen should eat a minimum of 1,600 calories per day to avoid missing out on essential vitamins, minerals and macronutrients. A fad diet usual has rebound effects, too. You're likely to regain the weight -- and possibly more -- once you go off the plan. Also stay away from supplements or meal replacements.