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… brain development, and immune function. What foods contain iron? Iron is found naturally in … not as easily absorbed. It’s found in eggs, plant-based foods and foods with added iron You can …
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… is one of many sterols that come from plants (phytosterols) and have a structure … the body. You can find phytosterols in many plants and thus in foods such as rice bran, wheat germ, corn …
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… my child has enough iron? Introduce iron-rich foods to your baby at around 6 months. This is … as easily absorbed. It’s found in eggs and plant-based foods like beans, lentils, tofu, and nut …
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… a vitamin D supplement. When do I offer solid foods to my baby? Start offering solid foods … at a time. Gradually increase the amount based on their appetite. The number of times … at a time. Gradually increase the amount based on their appetite. The number of times …
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… Use only natural pest killers. These include plant oils, soap, fungus-eating bacteria, and … modified organisms (GMOs). GMOs are plants or animals whose genetic material has … about organic food. Is organic food safer? Foods with the organic label have less …
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… Overview When to start giving your baby solid foods Breast milk or iron-fortified formula is … you can slowly start to introduce solid foods along with breast milk or formula. … Knowing that your baby is ready to eat solid foods Your baby may be ready to eat solid …
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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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… whole grains, and other high-fibre foods. Choose foods that are low in saturated fat, trans … fatty acids, are best. Limit drinks and foods with added sugar. How to eat a …
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… quick-sugar food with you at all times. These foods can quickly raise your blood sugar … will raise your blood sugar faster than solid foods. Many adults use 15 grams of … or diabetes educator. Examples of quick-sugar foods These quick-sugar foods will help raise …
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… of protein you need. Examples of high-protein foods High-protein foods include lean meat, poultry, and fish. … Canada (2008). Nutrient value of some common foods. Ottawa: Health Canada. Also available …