Homeostasis
noun
The body's ability to maintain stable internal conditions like temperature and p...
Hormone
noun
A chemical messenger produced by glands that controls body functions and growth....
Puberty
noun
The stage of development when your body grows and becomes physically mature....
Endocrine
adjective
Related to glands that produce hormones affecting body functions....
Nervous System
noun
The system of nerves and the brain that controls your body's functions and respo...
Chronic Disease
noun
A long-lasting illness that develops slowly and continues for a long time....
Diabetes
noun
A chronic condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels....
Obesity
noun
A medical condition involving excess body fat that increases health risks....
Aerobic
adjective
Exercise that increases your heart rate and uses oxygen to produce energy....
Anaerobic
adjective
Exercise performed at high intensity without using oxygen for energy....
Cortisol
noun
A hormone released during stress that prepares your body for fight or flight....
Serotonin
noun
A chemical in the brain that regulates mood, sleep, and emotions....
Dopamine
noun
A brain chemical involved in reward, motivation, and movement control....
Addiction
noun
A condition where someone has an uncontrollable need for a substance or behavior...
Mental Health
noun
The state of your emotional and psychological well-being....
Anxiety
noun
A feeling of worry, fear, or unease about something....
Nutrition Label
noun
A label on food packaging that shows nutritional information like calories and i...
Vaccination
noun
A medical treatment that helps your body fight specific diseases....
Epidemic
noun
A disease outbreak that spreads rapidly through a population....
Rehabilitation
noun
The process of restoring health and function after injury or illness....