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… drug is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart … to make more urine, which helps your body get rid of extra salt and water. Other Uses This section contains uses of … your doctor if you are using marijuana (cannabis). Severe sweating, diarrhea, or vomiting can increase the risk for …
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… low blood potassium levels caused by the other diuretics. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart … pill" (diuretic) and causes your body to get rid of extra salt and water while also preventing the kidneys from … are using marijuana (cannabis). Dehydration from too much sweating, vomiting, or diarrhea can also lower your blood …
Medications
… drug is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart … to make more urine, which helps your body get rid of extra salt and water. Other Uses This section contains uses of … your doctor if you are using marijuana (cannabis). Severe sweating, diarrhea, or vomiting can increase the risk for …
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… English Many people include snacks as a part of their eating pattern. Snacks can: Give you energy Satisfy hunger … the nutrition facts tables. Choose products that are lower in sodium, sugars and saturated fat   At home Include … do not pack enough food. For example, roasted chickpeas, unsalted trail mix, plain oatmeal packets and dried fruit Look …
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… Canada’s food guide: Sugar substitutes and healthy eating Fats and oils Read about dietary fat, where it’s … how too much can lead to high blood pressure and ways to lower your intake: Food sources of sodium Healthy eating guidelines for lower sodium eating Vitamin B12 Learn about vitamin B12, why …
Medications
… sores, decrease pain/itching/formation of new sores, and lower the risk of other problems from the virus (such as … sodium. Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you are on a salt-restricted diet or if you have a condition that could … sores, decrease pain/itching/formation of new sores, and lower the risk of other problems from the virus (such as …
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… it hard to eat. Loss of appetite. You may not feel like eating because you are sick to your stomach or food just … you to feel this way. Depression. You may not feel like eating because you are depressed. Depression can make you … lose muscle, fat, or both. Exercising to build muscle and eating healthy foods are part of treatment. Healthy eating
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… one of the many initiatives under Health Canada’s healthy eating strategy. It is a dynamic, online, evidence-based … dairy products still fit within the 2019 food guide? Yes, lower fat dairy products such as milk, yogurt, and cheeses … beverage. Dairy products include things like unsweetened lower fat (0-2% MF)* milk and yogurt, and cheese that's …
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… have a combination of both. Canada’s food guide recommends eating whole grain foods like oats, quinoa and brown rice. … Why is fibre important? Eating high-fibre foods can lower your risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and colon … healthy and prevent constipation. Soluble fibre can help: Lower your blood cholesterol level Control your blood sugar …
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… can spread from hands to mouth. This can happen through eating, sucking fingers or when children put toys into their … touching the ground Right after leaving animal areas Before eating or drinking After cleaning and removing boots or … human food with animals When you and your child are in the eating areas: Wash your hands before eating or drinking Eat …