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… Vitamin D and your health Last updated September 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File … do I need vitamin D? Vitamin D helps your body absorb and use calcium for strong bones and teeth. vitamin D also helps …
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… Calcium and your health Last updated September 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File … absorb calcium from foods. Should I take a supplement? Use the food sources table below to find out how much … to see how much calcium the food contains. You can also use the calcium calculator on the Osteoporosis Canada …
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… Iron and Your Health Last updated November 1, 2020 HealthLink BC File … Why is iron important? Iron is a mineral that your body uses to make hemoglobin (pronounced “hee-muh-glow-bin”). … such as long-distance runners may need more iron because of the intensity of their activity. If you think you …
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… Fibre and Your Health Last updated March 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 68h Nutrition Series Download PDF … Why is fibre important? Eating high-fibre foods can lower your risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and colon …
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… Dietary Fats and Your Health Last updated March 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number … oils found naturally in animal and plant foods, and those used in cooking, at the table, and added to processed foods. …
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… Pregnancy and alcohol use Last updated July 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 38d … during pregnancy? There are a number of risks for you and your developing baby if you drink alcohol when you are … food Reduce or stop your use of cigarettes and other drugs Balance rest and activity Reduce your stress. Find …
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… Understanding harm reduction: Substance use Last updated December 1, 2023 HealthLink BC File number 102a Download PDF Document English … use (including alcohol, cannabis, and other substances) and drug policy. The aim of harm reduction is to support the …
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… Your child's feelings Last updated April 1, 2019 HealthLink BC File number 92c Child Development Series … to respond to them. For example, “I’m feeling upset because grandma had to cancel her visit. I’m going to take some …
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… The benefits of immunizing your child Last updated January 1, 2016 HealthLink BC File number 50b Child Immunization Series … your child’s body Vaccines help prevent diseases that can cause lifelong damage. For example, meningococcal disease can …
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… Health advice for travellers Last updated September 30, 2022 … Spanish Document Vietnamese Before you travel When planning your trip, think of ways to stay healthy while travelling. … head as little as possible. You may want to take an anti-nausea medication for the symptoms Wear loose clothing and …
