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… Snacking is different for everyone. Snack size, types of food, and how often we eat can change based on many factors. … amount in a bowl or on a plate Stay hydrated by drinking water with your snacks On the go Pack snacks in your bag for … vegetables with yogurt, milk or unsweetened fortified soy beverage Chia pudding with unsweetened shredded coconut and …
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… risk of heat-related illness include: Not drinking enough water during hot weather Increased body mass Poor physical fitness Certain medications such as diuretics or water pills and certain psychiatric medications Use of … Image Heat-related Series Heat-related illness (#35) Safety for the perinatal population during extreme heat …
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… aluminum in the environment. Aluminum is found in the air, food and water. It is even in breast milk and infant formula. The …
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… to the fats and oils found naturally in animal and plant foods, and those used in cooking, at the table, and added to processed foods. Dietary fat is made up of fatty acids. There are two … nerve function. Fats and oils add flavour and texture to foods and make you feel full longer. The type of fat you eat …
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… tooth decay: Frequent Eating(especially sticky or sugary foods) Constant use of a baby bottle or sippy cup filled … is considered safe and effective against tooth decay. Offer water to drink between feedings Introduce your baby to using … lidless cup between 6 and 9 months of age. After 12 months, water is the best choice between regular feeding times and …
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… in later life can affect an adult’s health, happiness, safety and financial security. Older adults can experience … the caregiver might stop paying the bills, providing food, medication, or other help to the older adult. Or, they … fluids) or suffer from malnutrition (not getting enough food). Some signs of abuse, such as frequent falls or …
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… between inside and outside temperatures can cause water to condense on windows causing mould to grow on frames or sills. Water coming into the house from outside, from the roof or … mould yourself. Make sure you wear household rubber gloves, safety glasses or goggles and a KN-95 mask or better when …
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… 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 … Eat more soy protein Foods with soy protein include soy beverage, tofu, soy nuts, soybeans and soy-based textured …
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… Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Certain foods and beverages can affect how your warfarin works. This handout … K helps our blood to clot. Vitamin K is found in various foods that we eat. Green leafy vegetables are rich in …
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… buildings. You may find asbestos wrapped around older hot water pipes and water boilers, or used to tape together sections of heating … older buildings are at higher risk of asbestos exposure if safety measures are not followed. How can I make my home …