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… a part of protein. Phenylalanine is present in all protein foods and in some non-protein foods, such as soda pop and sugar substitutes. PKU diets typically do not contain high-protein foods such as: Meat, eggs, and fish. Nuts, peas, and beans …
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… prevented by following these recommendations. Never leave a baby alone in the bathtub, even for a moment. Always keep the baby within arm's reach. Never leave children in charge of … seat or ring does not prevent drowning. Do not assume a baby or young child is safe when left alone or with an older …
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… in the tissue between the vagina and anus just before the baby's head starts to emerge. (The tissue is called the … vaginal opening bigger. It may be done to help deliver the baby more quickly or more easily. Local anesthesia does not harm the baby when given before an episiotomy. It does not relieve …
Medications
… This condition may occur during treatment or weeks to months after treatment has stopped. Tell your doctor right … This condition may occur during treatment or weeks to months after treatment has stopped. Tell your doctor right …
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… (i.e. during intense rainfall events in the fall/winter months). Burned land and forests near water can cause large …
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… child's job is to choose how much he or she will eat of the foods you serve. Your child even gets to decide whether to … calories that they take in and burn off. Remember that all foods, even less nutritious foods in small amounts, can fit into a healthy diet. Do not …
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… you lie down. Late-night snacks aren't a good idea. Avoid foods that make your symptoms worse. These may include chocolate, mint, alcohol, pepper, spicy foods, high-fat foods, or drinks with caffeine in them, such as tea, coffee, …
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… for a speech or language delay include: No babbling by 9 months. No first words by 15 months. No consistent words by 18 months. No word combinations by 24 months. Slowed or …
Healthy eating
… Enjoy a healthy diet that includes a wide variety of foods. Eat higher fibre foods often Fibre may help prevent diverticula (sacs or … brown rice, oats and bran cereals. Add higher fibre foods slowly and a little at a time. Adding too much fibre …
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… more of this important nutrient into your diet. Know which foods have potassium. Potassium is in many foods, including vegetables, fruits, and milk products. … You can figure out how much potassium is in packaged foods by looking at the percent daily value section on the …