Kids with type 2 diabetes can do things to feel good and stay healthy. Find out more in this article for kids.
Diabetes is a disease that affects how the body uses glucose, a sugar that is the body's main source of fuel. Find out more about a kind of diabetes called type 2 diabetes in this article for kids.
Thousands of kids all over the world have type 1 diabetes, a disease that affects how the body uses glucose.
Learning how to make healthy choices and balance carbohydrates, protein, and fat can help you keep your blood sugars in a healthy range.
Being overweight has become a serious problem for many kids and adults. Find out what it means to be overweight in this article just for kids.
Glucose (a type of sugar) is the body's main energy source. Hyperglycemia occurs when the levels get too high.
People with celiac disease can't eat gluten, which is found in many everyday foods, such as bread. Find out more by reading this article for kids.
Want to know how to eat healthy and get fit? This is the place!
Check out these quick flicks to learn more about how bodies work.
Here's where you'll find games and activities to help you explore your health and the human body.
Note: All information is for educational purposes only. For specific medical advice, diagnoses, and treatment, consult your doctor.
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