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… Heart Health: Walking for a Healthy Heart Actionset Overview Walking is a type of … aerobic exercise. It's one of the easiest ways to increase your physical activity and improve your health. Physical … These steps can help you get started with a safe, heart-healthy walking program. Talk to your doctor before starting …
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Healthy lifestyle actions to reduce and manage stress Last … under pressure, but constant stress can pose problems for your health. Stress causes the release of cortisol, the … which influences your blood pressure, heart rate, eating habits, sleep patterns, blood sugar levels, fat …
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… and I never exercised," says Arturo. "And my diet was not healthy." Arturo says he tried to change his diet and his … toward 45 minutes. Today, both Arturo and Rosa are at a healthy weight. "Do I have advice? Yes, I would say that if you are trying to change some of your habits in order to control your blood pressure, you …
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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 … support your wellbeing and what to avoid to ensure you’re healthy when planning your pregnancy. Adoption Resources if …
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Your health this spring Last updated February 23, 2024 … On this page, learn information on how to stay safe and healthy this spring. Featured topics Asthma Asthma is a … (HealthLinkBC File #24) Poison Ivy, Oak and Sumac Staying Healthy Around Animals Seasonal allergies Flowers are …
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… Caring for your teen Last updated December 4, 2024 Overview Parenting a … with their affections, argumentative and even hurtful. Show your teen unconditional love and support during this time. … and alcohol and substance use Helping your teen make safe, healthy decisions about alcohol and substance use can reduce …
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… Jaci's Story: Changing Her Life With Small Steps On this page: Jaci's … like me. I didn't want to go to the park." So she started eating smaller portions, and she cut down on fast … out. "I'll look for something on the menu that is more healthy. I try to eat half of it and box half of it." …
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… Measuring Your Waist On this page: Overview … heart disease and diabetes. For most people, the goal for a healthy waist is: footnote 1 Less than 102 cm (40 in.) for … heart disease and diabetes. For most people, the goal for a healthy waist is: footnote 1 Less than 102 cm (40 in.) for …
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… Dietary Fats and Your Health Last updated March 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File … longer be added to foods sold in Canada. How do I include healthy fat in my diet? At home Cook and bake with vegetable … products that are lowest in saturated and trans fat When eating out The percent daily value (%DV) tells you if a food …
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… Caring for your toddler Last updated December 3, 2024 Overview Caring … many questions. Find tips on how you can start to build healthy habits for your toddler. Explore resources to … in young children Ibuprofen use in young children Healthy eating and physical activity for kids Breastfeeding your