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… in calcium, potassium, and magnesium. These nutrients can lower blood pressure. Taking calcium, potassium, and magnesium supplements doesn't have the same effect as eating foods that are high in those nutrients. Don't make … When you have high blood pressure, the long-term goal is to lower your blood pressure and lower your risk of health …
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… hormones A change in regular routine or travelling Not eating enough fibre Not drinking enough fluids Not getting … such as irritable bowel syndrome, colorectal cancer, eating disorders, underactive thyroid, diabetes, Parkinson’s … for People with High Cholesterol (#68a) Healthy Eating to Lower High Blood Pressure (#68b) Iron and Your Health (#68c) …
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… doctor will examine your throat, larynx , trachea , and lower airways. This procedure may be done to diagnose … doctor will tell you how soon before the procedure to stop eating and drinking. Follow the instructions exactly about … tiny biopsy tool or brush will be used through the scope. A salt (saline) fluid may be used to wash your airway. Then …
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… your fluid intake and output. Restricting the amount of salt in your diet. Giving you medicines (diuretics) that help your kidneys remove extra water from your body. Eating Before you can leave the hospital, you must be able … your fluid intake and output. Restricting the amount of salt in your diet. Giving you medicines (diuretics) that …
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… Vegetarian Diets On this page: Overview Eating a Healthy Diet Vegetarian Diets for Children and … who eat meat. Are less likely to die of heart disease. Have lower cholesterol levels. Are less likely to get: High blood … who eat meat. Are less likely to die of heart disease. Have lower cholesterol levels. Are less likely to get: High blood …
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… the heart work harder, such as climbing stairs, having sex, eating a large meal, having emotional stress, or being … health and reduce your risk for further heart problems. Lower high blood pressure You will receive tips on lowering your high blood pressure through methods such as …
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… muscle mass, grip strength and balance, mobility problems, slower reflexes, muscle weakness, poor balance and poor … about falls risk assessment and management. How can someone lower their risk of falling? There are four main ways that … HealthLinkBC File #68j Healthy eating and healthy aging for adults Canadian Centre on …
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… PDF Document English A vegetarian diet can be a healthy eating pattern for people of all ages, including babies and … tastes and colours Are made with little or no added salt or sugar See HealthLinkBC File #69c: Baby's first foods … Orange, grapefruit Kiwi, strawberry and cantaloupe   Cauliflower, red pepper and broccoli Zinc Zinc supports normal …
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… a Carotid Artery Procedure? Stroke Recovery: Coping With Eating Problems Stroke Rehabilitation Stroke: Behaviour … Failure: Compensation by the Heart and Body Heart Failure: Eating a Healthy Diet Heart Failure: Less Common Symptoms … Recipes for a Heart-Healthy Diet Heart Health Diabetes: Lower Your Risk for Heart Attack and Stroke Exercising to …
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… heart and blood vessels healthy. This lifestyle can help lower your risk of a heart attack and stroke. It can also … to reduce your risk of future problems. When you quit, you lower your risk of a heart attack. Be active. Being active … Life Fitness: Getting and Staying Active Healthy Muscles Eating healthy foods Developing a Plan for Healthy Eating