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… Making Positive Changes in Your Life After Quitting Smoking On this page: Overview … the tough period of nicotine withdrawal . Make a list of your smoking triggers . It is wiser to avoid triggers after you have quit smoking than to tempt yourself too soon. If you cannot avoid them early on, be …
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… Low Back Pain: Easing Back Into Your Daily Activities On this page: Overview Related … pain, take it easy. But as soon as you can, ease back into your normal activities. Lying down for too long can make … place a small pillow or a rolled-up towel in the curve of your back for support. If you stand still for a period of …
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… Controlling Dust, Dust Mites, and Other Allergens in Your Home On this page: Overview … containing pollen, mould spores, and other allergens into your home. Use air conditioning so you don't have to open … reduce the amount of pollen and mould spores that enter your home. Use an air cleaner with a special high-efficiency …
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… Healthy Eating: Cutting Unhealthy Fats From Your Diet Actionset Overview Foods like cheese, butter, … Think of meat as a side dish instead of as the main part of your meal. Choose plant-based protein foods more often. Try … of sour cream, butter, cheese, or bacon. Don't upgrade your meal to a larger size. Fat-free foods Sometimes a …
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… What you need to know about supplementing your baby with formula Last updated January 30, 2018 Supplementing means giving your baby any other milk in addition to breastfeeding. The … it is medically necessary, and sometimes it is not. Giving your baby a supplement does not mean you have to stop …
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… Healthy Eating: Getting Support When Changing Your Eating Habits Actionset Overview So you've decided to change your eating habits. Great! Have you thought about getting … that you don't want to eat. Many people find that having a partner or "food buddy" makes the change easier. A food …
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… you're home a lot more. Plan meals ahead of time. Planning your meals takes the guesswork out of "what's for dinner?" … "Leftovers Night" for days when you don't want to cook. Let your favourite dishes guide you, and then recycle them every … meal just isn't going to happen. And that's okay. Give yourself a break. Choose your busiest day, and plan to order …
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… Healthy Eating: Helping Your Child Learn Healthy Eating Habits Actionset Overview … habits that can last a lifetime. Healthy eating can help your child feel good, stay at or reach a healthy weight, and … for school and play. In fact, healthy eating can help your whole family live better. Return to topic: Healthy …
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… Cancer Support: When Your Cancer Comes Back or Gets Worse On this page: Overview … Overview When cancer comes back or spreads, you may find yourself looking for ways to cope with what is happening. Your past experience has taught you a lot about what helps …
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… Feeding your baby: Sample meals for babies 6 to 12 months old Last … information on food safety and amounts of food to offer your baby.  How do I prepare food safely for my baby? Choose from a variety of safe textures  Your baby will be able to eat soft textures, even before …