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Vegan feeding guidelines for babies and toddlers

… handout provides information about eating well while following a vegan eating pattern during early childhood. What … tastes and colours Are made with little or no added salt or sugar See Baby's first foods - HealthLinkBC File #69c for … little or no added salt Iron Iron helps the body make red blood cells, which is important for growth and brain …

Living well with hepatitis C virus

… after they have been infected with the virus. You need a blood test to see if you have HCV. About 75% of people … infection. People with chronic HCV may feel tired or have a low mood or stomach pain. They may pass the virus on to … through blood-to-blood contact. While there is a very low risk of spreading the virus through other bodily fluids, …

Allergy safe adult care facilities

… allergy. Creating an allergy safe facility involves: Following policies and procedures that reduce the risk of … symptoms include difficultly breathing or a drop in blood pressure. Symptoms of anaphylaxsis can include any of the following: Breathing : coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, …

Heart Healthy Eating for People with High Cholesterol

… Vietnamese Cholesterol is a fatty substance found in your blood. There are two main types: HDL (high density lipoprotein) or 'good' cholesterol LDL (low density lipoprotein) or 'bad' cholesterol Having high … over time and lead to a heart attack or stroke. To help lower LDL, follow a Portfolio eating pattern that is rich in …

Arsenic in drinking water

… arsenic are present. Long-term exposure to even relatively low amounts of arsenic in drinking water over years or … drinking water even if the arsenic levels are slightly below the guideline. Data collected in Canada show that levels … If an initial test detects arsenic, even at levels below the guideline, it is important to have a second test …

Hepatitis C virus

… hepatitis C virus spread? HCV is spread primarily through blood-to-blood contact. The main ways of passing HCV are: … Dark urine Pale stools Nausea and vomiting Jaundice (yellow skin or eyes) About 75% of people living with HCV will … scarring of the liver (cirrhosis), kidney disease, type 2 diabetes, liver failure, liver cancer or the need for a …

Your child and play from birth to 3 years

… and sharing, emotional skills such as identifying and dealing with feelings, physical skills such as fine and … will probably enjoy it too. Remember to keep the volume low. Babies also learn through touch. Help them explore … learn to enjoy tummy time. Some ways to do this are by: Slowly adding more tummy time each day Talking and singing to …

Pregnancy and dental health

… care of your teeth and gums during pregnancy for the following reasons: Hormonal changes during pregnancy can affect … can increase the risk for other health conditions (e.g., diabetes and heart disease) Poor dental health may affect … a link between periodontal disease and having a pre-term or low-birth weight baby. These babies are at greater risk of …

Particulate matter and outdoor air pollution

… of 1 to 10 or higher. The health risk is also labeled “low”, “moderate”, “high” or “very high”. The AQHI provides … get deeper into your lungs and may even get into your bloodstream. Fine particles that have a diameter less than … Increased risk of developing heart and lung diseases, diabetes and dementia Adverse birth outcomes such as lower …

Feeding your baby Sample meals for babies 6 to 12 months old

… your baby will be able to bite and chew chopped foods. Follow these tips to reduce the risk of choking and food … foods that are round, hard, sticky and difficult to swallow. This includes popcorn, marshmallows, dried fruit like … at least 2 times each day Use little or no added salt or sugar Include sources of fat such as vegetable oil, nut or …