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… Feeding your baby: Sample meals for babies 6 to 12 months old Last updated September 18, … This resource provides sample meals, snacks, and menus for babies who are 6 to 12 months old. It includes information on food safety and amounts of food to offer your …
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… is a B vitamin found naturally in foods. Folic acid is a form of folate. It's used in vitamin supplements and fortified foods. Fortified foods, also called enriched foods, are foods that …
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… Healthy eating for chronic hepatitis Last updated April 11, 2025 HealthLink … Chronic hepatitis is inflammation of the liver that lasts for at least 6 months. The most common causes are hepatitis … Other symptoms include loss of appetite, abdominal discomfort and fever. Some people with chronic hepatitis may …
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… Diabetes: Steps for Foot-Washing On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Taking good care of your feet is an … routine when you have diabetes. Post this list of steps for proper foot-washing and foot care in your bathroom. Use …
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… Checklist for Shoes and Socks That Fit Well On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Choosing shoes when you have diabetes … that fit well and protect your feet. Here are some tips for choosing shoes. Choose shoes that fit well. To ensure a …
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… Tools Giving the shot Giving the nasal spray Related Information Overview People with diabetes sometimes get very … spray during a low blood sugar emergency. Learn the steps for how to give glucagon either as a shot or a nose spray. … head to the side, to prevent choking if they vomit. Call for emergency help. slide 5 of 6 < Prev      Next > slide 5 …
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… Smoking: Health Risk for Family Members On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Most people know that smoking is not good for their health. But smoke from your cigarettes ( …
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… Thyroid Hormone Replacement for Hypothyroidism On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Thyroid hormones help regulate the way … your hypothyroidism , you may need to take thyroid hormones for the rest of your life. Thyroid hormones are usually …
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… can interfere with your ability to follow your diet for diabetes. If you feel that certain foods, such as … diet. Your feelings can also help you follow your diet for diabetes. If you feel like you are doing something good for your health, you may feel motivated. Then you may feel …
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… foot care, you can prevent most of these problems. Caring for your feet can be quick and easy. Most of the care can be done when you are bathing or getting ready for bed. How do you care for your feet? When you have diabetes, the nerves and blood …