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… any time of the day or night, every day of the year. Our products and services HealthLink BC brought together some of …
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… grains, notably wheat, barley, and rye. Some foods and food products may contain gluten even when it is not specifically … listed as an ingredient. The following foods and food products may have hidden gluten: Milk products Ice cream and other frozen dairy products Cheese …
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… the longest-lasting protection against mosquito bites. Products that work the best The insect repellents that work … it can protect against mosquito bites for up to 1 hour. Products that don't protect against bites for long periods … that citronella candles are effective. Citronella oil products are not recommended for use on children under 2 …
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… and avoid the risk of cancer. What are some other tanning products? If you like the way a tan looks, you can buy sunless tanning products. These are usually lotions, gels, and sprays that you put on the skin. These products colour the skin to make it look like you have a …
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… usually affects people who are routinely exposed to rubber products. This includes health care workers and rubber … in which latex equipment and supplies were used. What products may cause latex allergy? Medical products that may contain latex include: Gloves. Drains, …
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… your body. It also comes from food you eat (meat and dairy products). Having high cholesterol can lead to the buildup … proteins, such as seafood, lean meats, beans, nuts, and soy products. Eat healthy fats, such as canola and olive oil. … and stroke. Sometimes other medicines are also used. Plant products and other natural health products Some people use …
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… To help control acne, keep your skin clean. Avoid skin products that clog your pores. Look for products that say "non-comedogenic" on the label. Wash your … time to get acne under control. But if non-prescription products haven't helped after 3 months, see your doctor. You …
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… use (HealthLink BC File #102a) Tobacco and nicotine products Tobacco use Quitting smoking (HealthLinkBC File #30c) Risks of alternative tobacco and nicotine products (HealthLinkBC File #30b) The harmful effects of … who want to stop smoking or stop using other tobacco products. It covers the cost of one of two treatment options …
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… Failure: Watching Your Fluids Do you need natural health products? You can usually get all of your vitamins and … and zinc. Ask your doctor if you should take natural health products or eat certain foods to get enough of these … active. Good food sources of calcium include milk and milk products, calcium-fortified foods and beverages, broccoli, …
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… you manage stress and keep your muscles in tone. Continence products such as absorbent pads or diapers, incontinence … or if other methods of treatment have failed. But these products should only be used along with a more specific … fruits, chocolate, tomatoes, vinegars, spicy foods, dairy products, and aspartame—and eat less of those foods. If you …
