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• Breakfast Basics for Parents

  
  

  Even if you eat a healthy morning meal every day, it can be tough to get kids fueled up. Here's how to make breakfast more appealing.

• First Aid: Chickenpox for Parents

  
  

  Chickenpox (varicella) has become less common in the U.S. due to the chickenpox vaccine, but it can easily spread from one person to another.

• Pityriasis Rosea for Parents

  
  

  This harmless rash often forms a telltale "Christmas tree" pattern on the back that makes it easy to identify.

• Carbohydrates and Diabetes for Kids

  
  

  If you have diabetes, you might think you shouldn't eat carbohydrates (carbs) at all. But all kids, including kids with diabetes, can and should eat carbs as part of a healthy diet.

• Pityriasis Rosea for Teens

  
  

  Pityriasis rosea is a pink or gray skin rash that's common in teens and young adults. It may itch, but it's harmless. Find out what to do about it in this article for teens.

• Dietary Tips for Teens With Cystic Fibrosis for Teens

  
  

  Teens with cystic fibrosis have some specific nutritional needs. Here's how they can meet those needs.

• The Deal With Diets for Teens

  
  

  With all the focus on dieting, how do you figure out what's healthy and what isn't? Read this article to get the basics on dieting.

• Carbohydrates and Diabetes for Teens

  
  

  If you have diabetes, your doctor may have recommended keeping track of how many carbohydrates (carbs) you eat. But what exactly are carbs and how do they affect your blood sugar?

• Minerals for Kids

  
  

  Just like vitamins, minerals help your body grow, develop, and stay healthy. Find out more about minerals in this article for kids.

• Poison Ivy for Parents

  
  

  Most people get a reaction to poison ivy. Check out this article for tips on what to do and how to avoid poison ivy.