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… their functions, where to find them and how to make healthy choices:  Carbohydrates (Government of Canada) Fibre … how much you need and why it’s important: Fibre and your health (HealthLinkBC File #68h) Getting enough fibre Sugars Learn …
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… Information Screening Overview Depression is a mental health condition that makes you feel sad, lose interest in … often part of a routine checkup. That's because your mental health is just as important as your physical health. And depression is very common. It affects people of …
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… Contact us You can contact HealthLink BC 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to get health information and advice.  By phone You can reach us toll-free at 8-1-1 . You will speak with a health service navigator, who can guide you. You can also …
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… uncomfortable. Learn more Constipation: Keeping Your Bowels Healthy Non-steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) … (PCOS) Current as of: August 2, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Sarah Marshall MD - Family … and Gynecology Current as of: August 2, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Sarah Marshall MD - Family …
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… disease, regular exercise is safe and can improve: The health of your heart and blood vessels Physical fitness and … Even doing a little bit of activity can have important health benefits. Useful resources Heart Health Tips: Exercise (University of Ottawa Heart Institute, …
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… more detailed than the PAR-Q+ and includes questions about health conditions and provides advice. Once you have … required to visit a qualified exercise professional or your health care provider for more information before becoming … or engaging in a fitness appraisal. Be sure to tell y our health care provider about the PAR-Q+/ePAR med- X+ and to …
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… important too. Take good care of yourself so you can stay healthy and have the energy to enjoy your child. Make time … are pregnant. Any amount of alcohol may affect your baby's health. Don't let your body get too hot in the first weeks … and Teens Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: John Pope MD - Pediatrics …
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… Lunches to go Last updated August 30, 2023 HealthLink BC File number 69f Child Nutrition Series … see Peanut and Nut Aware Lunches and Snacks (Northern Health Authority) Recipe inspiration Canada’s food guide: …
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… alcohol and medicines. Doing any of these can cause serious health problems and problems with money and the law. It also … or work. Signs of this disorder are similar to symptoms of health conditions that many older adults have, such as … or even fatal. In older adults, alcohol can trigger some health problems or make them worse. These health problems …
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Healthy eating for chronic hepatitis Last updated November 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number 40c Download PDF Document English … your nutrition needs may be different. Speak to your health care provider or a registered dietitian about your …