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… Talking openly and honestly about alcohol and other drugs can help … Here are tips for starting conversations about alcohol or other drugs. Seize … heard on the news, or when swapping stories about what happened at school or work. Also …
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… cancer. Health Canada acknowledges that individuals with specific dietary requirements, … to help ensure dietary needs of individuals and populations are met A toolkit for … servings per day? Each person’s nutrient and energy requirements are different and based on …
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… Actionset Overview Using Canada's Food Guide is a simple way to plan meals and … to help you manage how you eat. Follow these guidelines. Half the plate is vegetables and … to help you manage how you eat. Follow these guidelines. Half the plate is vegetables and …
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… What else can I do to make sure I have a healthy pregnancy? As well as not drinking … there are other steps you can take to be healthy and to protect your developing baby … see your doctor, nurse, or midwife Eat healthy food Reduce or stop your use of …
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… people is car crashes related to alcohol. Drinking also can lead young people to have … to drink alcohol. They should follow the laws for the legal drinking age where they … effects of alcohol or sober them up before driving, but this is not the case. So they may …
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… benefits, such as better health, and better sleep Drinking 2 standard drinks or less per … benefits, such as better health, and better sleep Drinking 2 standard drinks or less per …
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… like to do. Focus better at school and perform better in sports. Feel, think, and sleep better. Reach and stay at a healthy weight. Build lean muscle. Lower their … right sport. Be aware that sports are not for everyone. Focus on things that your teen …
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… service at home. Set reasonable limits on behaviour. After a loss, teens may become more … teen and clear about your expectations. If behaviour doesn't improve, start by talking … counselling if you're not able to handle the behaviour on your own. Tell other significant …
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… a less obvious way of giving their insulin injections. If rapid-acting insulin is used … a less obvious way of giving their insulin injections. If rapid-acting insulin is used …
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… that foster resilience to help prepare teenagers for the challenges they will face … Here’s a sample conversation: Parent: How was school today? Teen: Okay, I guess. We got a … building self-efficacy. If positive parenting is wearing you out, take a moment to …