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Vegan feeding guidelines for babies and toddlers

… nuts and seeds Excludes animal meat, poultry, fish, seafood, dairy products, eggs and other animal-based foods, such as gelatin or honey Most babies are ready to start solid foods around 6 months old. Your baby can eat many of the …

Managing eating chewing and swallowing difficulties in care facilities

… chewing and swallowing (dysphagia) can increase the risk of food or other items getting stuck in the upper airway … therapist and support staff, such as care aides and food service staff. Family, volunteers, friends and any … information includes: The type of diet or texture-modified food Thickness of liquids Seating position Adapted eating …

Preventing choking in babies and young children For child care providers

… of choking because they: Have less practice controlling food in their mouths Do not always chew food into small enough pieces Have small airways Explore the … child's parent or a health care provider to find out what foods are safe for that child. What is choking? Choking is …

Residential hot tubs and pools Safe water quality

… dirt, soap, shampoo, body oils, perspiration (sweat), food and drinks. Chlorine that has reacted with organic …

Home isolation for Tuberculosis TB

… with others Take your medicines as directed, eat healthy foods and get plenty of rest Wear a mask that covers your … on sputum collection, visit HealthLinkBC File #51b Sputum testing for tuberculosis (TB) . How can I protect my family …

Heart Healthy Eating for People with High Cholesterol

… fibre, nuts, soy protein and plant sterols. Canada's Food Guide and the Mediterranean diet are also heart healthy … What dietary changes can help lower LDL cholesterol? Choose foods with healthy fats instead of saturated fat Healthy fats are found mainly in plant-based foods such as avocado, nuts, seeds, liquid vegetable oils …

Meal and snack ideas for your 1 to 3 year old child

… habits and meet their energy and nutrient needs. What foods should I offer my child? Give your child the same foods that you and the rest of your family enjoy. Include a … variety of vegetables and fruits, whole grains and protein foods for healthy growth and development. Iron, calcium, …

Managing constipation with diet adults

… to help keep your bowel movements regular. Fibre-rich foods hold liquid in your stools to keep them soft. Aim to … fibre, remember to drink more fluids. In general, specific foods do not cause constipation or make it worse. Which foods have fibre? You should eat foods that are high in …

Healthy eating for chronic hepatitis

… includes vegetables and fruits, whole grains and protein foods daily. Examples of healthy eating patterns include Canada’s food guide and the Mediterranean and DASH diets. It’s … to meet your protein needs. Try to include protein foods at each meal and snack. Protein foods include: Beans, …

Healthy Eating to Lower High Blood Pressure

… sodium intake to 2000 mg or less per day. Although many foods contain sodium, most of the sodium we eat comes from processed foods. The main sources of sodium in the average Canadian … sodium Use the Nutrition Facts table to help you choose foods lower in sodium. The percent daily value (%DV) shows …