Search Results

1895 results found

HealthLinkBC Files
… 68f Nutrition Series What is dietary fat? Dietary fat refers to the fats and oils found in animal and plant foods, …
Health topics
… are non-fat substances that act like fat in a food. An ideal fat replacer would be a … a registered dietitian. Related Information Healthy Eating Credits Current as of: March 1, 2023 …
Health topics
… clock," or 24-hour cycle (circadian rhythms), controls functions such as sleeping and … clock," or 24-hour cycle (circadian rhythms), controls functions such as sleeping and …
HealthLinkBC Files
… to others: Do not have sex (vaginal, oral or rectal). If you have sex, use a male … to others: Do not have sex (vaginal, oral or rectal). If you have sex, use a male …
Health topics
… to relax your mind and body. Being relaxed can help ease stress. It can also relieve anxiety, … ways help to calm you down and feel at peace. How can you relax your mind and body? There …
Health topics
… Overview What is a healthy weight? A healthy weight is the weight at which you feel … play. It's also one that lowers your risk for health problems. Why pay attention to your …
Health topics
… What is obesity? Obesity means having an unhealthy amount of body fat. This puts your health in danger. It can lead to other health … Tools Health Tools help you make wise health decisions or take action to improve your …
Health topics
… gets infected or irritated or if scar tissue forms. You may need to see your doctor if your … gets infected or irritated or if scar tissue forms. You may need to see your doctor if your …
Health topics
… , so when you are faced with an emergency or injury, you will know what to do. What should … , so when you are faced with an emergency or injury, you will know what to do. What should …
Health topics
… Overview Heart failure means that your heart muscle doesn't pump as much blood as … start to have symptoms. There are two major types. Congestive symptoms are caused by the …