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… Overview Oxalate is a compound found in some foods, and it is also produced as a waste … may cause kidney stones in some people. Foods high in oxalate include: Beets. Fried … may cause kidney stones in some people. Foods high in oxalate include: Beets. Fried …
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… brain development, and immune function. What foods contain iron? Iron is found naturally in many foods such as: Meat, poultry, fish, eggs … spinach and beet greens Nuts and seeds Some foods have iron added to them. In Canada, iron …
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… a vitamin D supplement. When do I offer solid foods to my baby? Start offering solid foods … need more nutrients at this time, especially iron. Your baby may be ready for solid foods … or no added salt or sugar. Start with iron-rich foods and offer them at least 2 times …
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… muscles, and heart work properly. What foods are high in potassium? You can control … in your diet by being aware of which foods are low or high in potassium. Foods are high in potassium if they have more …
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… foods. Choose foods that are low in saturated fat, trans fat, and cholesterol. … lake trout, herring, and sardines. Limit saturated fat and cholesterol . To limit … products Polyunsaturated or monounsaturated fats, like canola and olive oils, to replace …
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… you have a wound that's healing, think of food as medicine. Eat a balanced diet with … of protein you need. Examples of high-protein foods High-protein foods include lean meat, poultry, and fish. …
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… Overview When to start giving your baby solid foods Breast milk or iron-fortified formula is the only food that babies need for the first 6 months of life. Breastfed babies need …
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… 69i Child Nutrition Series Why is iron important for my child? Iron is a mineral that’s used to help make red … to all parts of the body. Children need iron for healthy growth and development, …
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… you need to keep some type of quick-sugar food with you at all times. These foods can quickly raise your blood sugar level. Eating quick-sugar food raises your blood sugar in 10 to 15 …
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… Overview One serving of carbohydrate food has about 15 grams of carbohydrates. Typically if a food has 8 to 22 … considered to be 1 serving of carbohydrates. Foods that contain carbohydrates are grouped …
