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Special Diets

Special Diets

Lots of teenagers are born with allergies and reactions to certain foods. All that means is you have to restrict your diet, cutting back on certain foods and replacing them with supplements and alternatives. Most often, your doctor will advise you through a special diet, especially if you have a specific condition that calls for it. Read on for general overviews and helpful advice for some of the most common restrictive diets.