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… boiling it first. Please note that boiling water will get rid of viruses, bacteria and parasites but not chemicals …
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… eating are: Low in saturated fat and cholesterol Rich in vegetables, fruits, whole grains and plant-based proteins What … in plant-based foods such as avocado, nuts, seeds, liquid vegetable oils and fatty fish. Saturated fat is found mainly … psyllium, nuts, seeds, beans, peas, lentils and some vegetables and fruit. To increase your intake: Choose oatmeal, …
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… C. diff bacteria are not spread through the air. You cannot get C. diff from someone sneezing or coughing. How can I … and water for at least 20 seconds, and rub your hands together to create lather. To help children wash their hands, …
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… trans fat is formed during the processing of vegetable oils. In the past, the main source of industry-made trans fat were partially hydrogentated vegetable oils.These can no longer be added to foods sold in … healthy fat in my diet? At home Cook and bake with vegetable oils, such as olive, canola, or soybean. Use less …
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… Not eating enough fibre Not drinking enough fluids Not getting enough physical activity Use of medications such as … can my diet help with constipation? Fibre and fluids work together to help keep your bowel movements regular. Fibre-rich … can find fibre in most plant-based foods. These include: Vegetables and fruit, including dried fruit Whole grain and …
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… when animal or human feces containing these pathogens get into drinking water. These pathogens may include … Drinking and food preparation. This includes cleaning raw vegetables and fruit, as well as making baby formula Drink …
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… water or use it to prepare food or infant formula until you get confirmation that it is safe. Other chemicals, such as …
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… jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes). Many people who get hepatitis B show no symptoms and may not know they have …
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… a flood? Anyone who has had a flood at home is anxious to get back to ordinary life as soon as possible. However, it …
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… to a municipal or city sewage system needs a method for getting rid of human waste (feces and urine). All buildings …