Search Results

1748 results found

Health topics
… Credits Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory … disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you …
HealthLinkBC Files
… 68d Nutrition Series Why do I need iron? Iron is a mineral that your body uses to … enough hemoglobin, and you may develop iron deficiency anemia. Some symptoms of anemia are feeling …
HealthLinkBC Files
69c Child Nutrition Series From birth to 6 months, human milk (breast milk) and a daily 400 IU vitamin D supplement can provide all of a baby’s nutrient needs. Some babies are fed infant formula, …
Health topics
… muscles, and heart work properly. What foods are high in potassium? You can control the amount … in your diet by being aware of which foods are low or high in potassium. Foods are …
Health topics
… most important things you can do is to start eating a heart-healthy diet. Changing your diet can help stop … by balancing the calories you eat with your physical activity. Eat at least two servings …
Health topics
… and carry oxygen through your body. When you have a wound that's healing, think of food as … and carry oxygen through your body. When you have a wound that's healing, think of food as …
Health topics
… Overview When to start giving your baby solid foods Breast milk or iron-fortified … food to the back of their mouth to swallow. Introducing solid foods to your baby There are … you want to avoid. Some foods aren't safe or healthy for babies. Here's a list of foods to …
HealthLinkBC Files
… and carry oxygen to all parts of the body. Children need iron for healthy growth and … as easily absorbed. It’s found in eggs and plant-based foods like beans, lentils, tofu, … getting enough iron, discuss with a health care provider. HealthLinkBC File #69c Baby’s …
Health topics
… quick-sugar food with you at all times. These foods can quickly raise your blood sugar … Do not use any food that contains fat or protein. Fat and protein can slow how quickly … Treating Low Blood Sugar Diabetes-Related High and Low Blood Sugar Levels Hypoglycemia …
Health topics
… Carbs if You Use Insulin High Triglycerides Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT) Credits … Carbs if You Use Insulin High Triglycerides Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT) Credits …