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  • What's Protein? for Kids


    Protein builds, maintains, and replaces the tissues in your body. You can get it from yummy foods like eggs, nuts, beans, fish, meat, and milk.

  • Protein-Losing Enteropathy for Parents


    Protein-losing enteropathy is when too much protein leaks into the intestines, often because of a chronic health condition. The condition usually can be treated.

  • Urine Test: Protein for Parents


    The urine protein test is most commonly used to screen for kidney disease and also can help monitor kidney function.

  • Food Protein Induced Enterocolitis Syndrome (FPIES) for Parents


    Food protein induced enterocolitis syndrome, also called FPIES, is a type of delayed food allergy. Someone with FPIES must avoid the foods that might trigger a reaction.

  • Blood Test: C-Reactive Protein (CRP) for Parents


    A C-reactive protein (CRP) blood test is used to identify inflammation or infection in the body.

  • Blood Test: IGF Binding Protein-3 (IGFBP-3) for Parents


    The main reason doctors order the IGF binding protein-3 (IGFBP3) test is to see if a person is producing a normal amount of human growth hormone.

  • What Is Keratin? for Kids


    Keratin is the hard protein that hair is made of.

  • What Is Collagen? for Parents


    Collagen is a protein in the body that helps make bones strong.

  • Baked Beans for Parents


    This protein-packed side dish is perfect for a holiday barbecue.

  • Enchilada Casserole for Parents


    This delicious meal is loaded with calories, protein, and sodium.

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