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… Why is folate important for my health? Folate helps make healthy new cells. If you do not get enough folate, you … their breath. Why is folate important for my baby? Folate lowers the risk of your unborn baby having a neural tube … or barbiturates) Can I get enough folate from food? Eating foods with natural folate and foods fortified with …
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… fruit in the middle Peanuts, other nuts, seeds such as sunflower and watermelon, popcorn, and dried fruit like raisins … in watches, calculators and handheld games How can I make eating safer for a child? Until children are at least 4 … foods for babies and toddlers (#69i) Vegan feeding guidelines for babies and toddlers (#69j) Vegetarian feeding …
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… File 68e Calcium and Your Health Infant and toddler feeding guidelines: Baby's Best Chance Toddler First Steps Vitamin D … to speak with a registered dietitian Nutrition Series Heart Healthy Eating for People with High Cholesterol (#68a) Healthy …
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… risk of infant death How can I keep my teeth and gums healthy? Your teeth can be affected by what you eat and … that contains bacteria (germs); To keep your teeth and gums healthy: Brush your teeth at least twice a day with … You can help your baby to develop strong teeth and bones by eating healthy foods during pregnancy and getting enough …
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… are responsible for providing drinking water that meets the Guidelines for Canadian Drinking Water Quality for lead. … plumbing after delivery to a property. What are the guidelines for lead in drinking water? The Guidelines for Canadian Drinking Water Quality set a maximum …
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… found in the stomach and bowels of about 19 out of every 20 healthy people. They are also normally found in the mouth … most important thing you can do is wash your hands before eating, drinking, smoking or applying personal care … While in hospital, visitors will need to follow hospital guidelines to prevent the spread of VRE. This will include …
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… CPO are usually a low risk and rarely cause an infection in healthy people. If they spread from the gut to other parts … cleaned after going to the bathroom and before preparing or eating food. People identified as having a CPO should follow … hospitals? If you are visiting a hospital, follow hospital guidelines to prevent the spread of CPO. Wash your hands or …
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… have a combination of both. Canada’s food guide recommends eating whole grain foods like oats, quinoa and brown rice. … Why is fibre important? Eating high-fibre foods can lower your risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and colon cancer. Insoluble fibre can help keep your gut healthy and prevent constipation. Soluble fibre can help: …
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… M.F.) cow milk at 9 to 12 months of age, if your baby is eating a variety of iron-rich foods Do not feed homemade … expiration date What type of formula can I offer my baby? Healthy babies born at full term, which is 37 weeks or more … foods for babies and toddlers (#69i) Vegan feeding guidelines for babies and toddlers (#69j) Vegetarian feeding …
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… unless the nipples are cracked and bleeding The healthy, intact skin of others coming into contact with your … infection and recover completely. Less than 8 percent of healthy adults will develop chronic HBV infection, whereas … vaccine Eat healthy, nutritious food as outlined by the Eating Well with Canada’s Food Guide. Visit …
