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… loss and could even prevent osteoporosis by eating a diet rich in calcium and vitamin D … as milk, cheese, and yogurt. It's also in fortified orange juice and many vegetables. … It's also in soft margarines and soy drinks. Everyone who has osteoporosis should try to …
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… and bok choy. You can also get calcium by eating the soft bones of canned sardines and … and bok choy. You can also get calcium by eating the soft bones of canned sardines and …
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… Overview Why is it important to get enough calcium and vitamin D? Your body needs vitamin D to absorb calcium . Calcium keeps your bones and muscles—including …
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… 68e Nutrition Series Why do I need calcium? Calcium is one of the building blocks of strong bones and teeth. Getting enough calcium early in life helps build …
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… or have specific medical conditions, your health care provider may suggest you take more … can help you meet your needs. In addition, Health Canada recommends the following two … (NPN). A NPN means the supplement meets Health Canada's safety standards for natural …
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… important for normal vision and skin health. Milk and milk products; leafy green … immune system health. Vitamin A from animal sources: Fortified milk, cheese, cream, … Vitamin D Needed for proper absorption of calcium ; stored in bones. Egg yolks, liver, …
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Overview Some minerals are essential to your health. Essential minerals are sometimes divided into major minerals (macrominerals) and trace minerals (microminerals). Trace minerals are needed in …
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… guide 'pull-up' banners and displays - Print files for the 'pull-up' banners/displays can … if you are interested in printing these files. Canada's food guide snapshot - PDF files for the snapshot and the postcard among …
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… Overview Food makers can make health claims about certain nutrients, such as … fat, that are found naturally in foods. The health claims must be balanced and based on … by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency. Health claims may be statements like: "This …
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Topic Overview What is a vitamin and mineral supplement? A vitamin and mineral supplement provides a variety of nutrients that are also found in food. These supplements are often called …
