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… Measuring Your Waist On this page: Overview … Overview Waist circumference is the distance around your waist. Measuring it is a way to check how much fat is on your belly. Having extra belly fat increases your risk of …
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… Planning your pregnancy Last updated January 28, 2025 Overview Information to support you with family planning. Your health when planning to become pregnant Advice on how to support your wellbeing and what to avoid to ensure you’re healthy …
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… Fibre and Your Health Last updated March 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File … 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 …
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… Your health information Last updated February 26, 2024 There … digital tools available to securely and easily access your personal health information online. Some tools are … app You can download the Health Gateway app for free to your mobile phone, tablet or iPad from the Apple App Store …
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… Your first trimester Last updated December 5, 2024 Overview … that can help you through those first important months. Your first trimester lasts from week 1 to end of week 14: … Learn about the two stages of development and how your baby’s growth will progress: Embryo and fetal …
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… Calcium and your health Last updated September 1, 2021 HealthLink BC … Aim to include several of these foods each day to meet your calcium needs. If you don't eat foods high in calcium daily, it may be hard to meet your needs. What affects how much calcium is absorbed? Many …
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… Changes in Your Nails On this page: Overview … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the …
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… Shellie's Story: Finding Time for Physical Activity On this page: Shellie's Story Shellie's Story "It … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the …
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… Caring for your preschooler Last updated December 3, 2024 Overview … the world around them. Learning how to talk and listen to your preschooler will encourage good self-esteem and build … of your toddler's teeth is vital to their general health. Choosing foods and drinks that are low in sugar, making …
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… Physical Activity Helps Prevent a Heart Attack and Stroke On this … too early or too late to make physical activity part of your life. If you are healthy, it can help you keep your heart as healthy as possible. If you have had a heart …
