Lara has noticed that all of her friends are very careful about what they eat, and they are all much thinner than she is. She wants to be healthy, but she really wants to fit in with her friends. What is the best step for Lara to take?
Talk to a trusted adult to help her evaluate her eating and exercise in a healthy way.
Ask her friends how they stay so thin, and use the same strategies.
Find new friends who are not as thin so she doesn't feel any pressure.
Try out the newest diet she's seen advertised on TV to help her lose the weight she wants to lose.
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The best step for Lara to take would be to talk to a trusted adult to help her evaluate her eating and exercise in a healthy way. It's important for Lara to prioritize her own health and well-being, rather than solely focusing on fitting in with her friends. A trusted adult can provide guidance and support in finding a balanced and sustainable approach to achieving her health and fitness goals.