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Healthy snacks for adults

… save time, money and avoid impulse buys If you’re hungry, have a snack before going grocery shopping. You might buy … freezer for busy times Cook a batch of hard-boiled eggs to have throughout the week. They’ll stay fresh for one week … and paying attention to hunger and fullness cues. Have a snack when you’re feeling hungry, not out of habit or …

The Infants Act mature minor consent and immunization

… making decisions about their own health. Adolescents will have the opportunity to make their own decision to be immunized whether or not they have a consent form signed by a parent or guardian. Image …

Outdoor air quality Sulphur dioxide SO2

… facilities where sulphur dioxide is used or is a by-product have the greatest exposure. People who live near these … higher sulphur dioxide concentrations may be more likely to have breathing problems as they get older. How can I reduce … including tobacco smoke, gas stoves and matches If you have medical conditions, such as asthma, COPD or heart …

Childhood vaccines What is in the vaccines and why

… of multi-dose vials by bacteria and fungi. Some vaccines have ingredients to boost the immune response to the … salts, antibiotics, and formaldehyde. These ingredients have not been linked to disease or illness. Below are some … the vaccine is being made. Aluminum salts – Aluminum salts have been used in vaccines for many years. They improve the …

Healthy eating guidelines for people taking warfarin anticoagulants Coumadin®

… leafy vegetables wilt when cooked, the cooked version can have more vitamin K than the raw version. Talk to your … flu and are unable to eat solid foods for a few days. You have been in the hospital on a limited diet (due to surgery … natural health products interfere with warfarin. Some may have effects on warfarin that have not yet been reported. …

Particulate matter and outdoor air pollution

… These particles can be made up of different substances and have different sizes. Smaller particles have been linked to more health effects because they can … and may even get into your bloodstream. Fine particles that have a diameter less than 2.5 micrometers (PM2.5) are the …

Salmonellosis

… for visiting petting zoos Do not prepare food if you have Salmonella or another infection that causes diarrhea … cross contamination How is salmonellosis treated? If you have been infected, you may be asked to answer detailed … Your health care provider may prescribe antibiotics if you have a severe case of salmonellosis, another chronic illness …

Heart Healthy Eating for People with High Cholesterol

… Add tofu or soybeans to stir fries, casseroles or salads Have steamed edamame (young soybeans) as a snack or side … a registered dietitian or your health care provider if you have questions. What else can I do to lower my risk of heart …

Iron in Foods

… Nuts, seeds and some dried fruit like raisins Some foods have iron added to them. In Canada, iron must be added to … such as breakfast cereal, infant cereal and pasta may also have added iron. Check the ingredient list and nutrition … Nutrient File (see For More Information). For foods that have a label, check the nutrition facts table. The percent …

Indoor air quality Volatile organic compounds VOCs

… system. Some VOCs are suspected of causing cancer and some have been shown to cause cancer in humans. Most people are … and solvents that you need for immediate use, so you don’t have to store them in your home. Follow instructions on the …