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  • Definition: Ketones for Teens


    When fats are broken down for energy, chemicals called ketones appear in the blood and urine.

  • Definition: Histamine for Parents


    Histamine - a chemical found in some of the body's cells - causes many of the symptoms of allergies, such as a runny nose or sneezing.

  • Definition: Histamine for Teens


    Histamine - a chemical found in some of the body's cells - causes many of the symptoms of allergies, such as a runny nose or sneezing.

  • What Are Hormones? for Kids


    Hormones are special chemicals your body makes to help it do certain things - like grow up!

  • Definition: Ketones for Parents


    When fats are broken down for energy, chemicals called ketones appear in the blood and urine.

  • What's Spit? for Kids


    Saliva, also known as spit, is a clear liquid that's made in your mouth 24 hours a day, every day. If you want to know more about spit and what it's made of, check out this article for kids.

  • A to Z: Allergy for Parents


    With allergies, the immune system overreacts and tries to "fight" allergens, which are ordinary things that cause an allergic reaction.

  • Anxiety Disorders for Parents


    Anxiety is a normal part of growing up, and all kids experience it. But when it becomes extreme, it can interfere with a child's overall happiness.

  • Using Bug Killers and Repellents During Pregnancy for Parents


    Some pesticides can harm a growing fetus. But many insect repellents are considered safe to use during pregnancy.

  • What Are Taste Buds? for Kids


    Without taste buds, life would have less flavor. Find out why in this article for kids.

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