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… Calcium and your health Last updated September 1, 2021 HealthLink BC … Aim to include several of these foods each day to meet your calcium needs. If you don't eat foods high in calcium … how much calcium is absorbed from the foods you eat. Your body naturally absorbs more calcium during times of bone …
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… Alcohol and Your Health On this page: How can you lower your risk from drinking? If you choose to drink alcohol, the … increases your risk of harm to yourself and others. Keep in mind that things like age, sex, weight, and health history …
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… Fibre and Your Health Last updated March 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File … called dietary fibre, is the part of plant foods that the body cannot digest. Fibre is found in vegetables and fruit, … Why is fibre important? Eating high-fibre foods can lower your risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and colon …
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… will have sleep problems now and then because of temporary stress, worry, or an irregular schedule. But when you have … can make it harder to unwind and fall asleep. Do something relaxing before bedtime. Try deep breathing, yoga, … Take a warm bath. Play a quiet game, or read a book. Stress Management: Relaxing Your Mind and Body In bed Reserve the …
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… Your Child and the Dentist On this page: Overview Related … the mask can all upset a child. When choosing a dentist for your child, think about the following to make the visit as … children. Whether or not you use a pediatric dentist for your child, asking the following questions can help you pick …
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… Check Your Symptoms The medical assessment of symptoms is based on the body parts you have. If you are transgender or non-binary, … you now have in the area where you are having symptoms. If your symptoms aren’t related to those organs, you can choose …
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… Tension-Free Vaginal Tape for Stress Incontinence in Women On this page: Surgery Overview … Works Risks What To Think About Surgery Overview Stress incontinence in women can cause frequent involuntary … release of urine during activities that put pressure on your bladder, such as coughing or laughing. The tension-free …
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… Antioxidants and your diet Last updated December 1, 2018 Download PDF … naturally occurring plant substance). Antioxidants protect your body’s cells from damage caused by harmful molecules called …
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… Feeding your baby Last updated December 3, 2024 Overview … is around 6 months old, they are ready to have solid food. Your baby will begin to show interest in solid foods and your family’s eating behaviour. Chestfeeding is a term that …
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… Diabetes: Coping With Your Feelings About Your Diet Actionset Overview Our emotions influence what we … how much we eat. So negative feelings can interfere with your ability to follow your diet for diabetes. If you feel …
