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… Talking openly and honestly about alcohol and other drugs can help children … an opportunity to talk about choices and how substance use can interfere with goals and … about social and cultural contexts around drinking alcohol. Bring up moderation , social …
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… Overview The updated Canada’s food guide (CFG) was released in January of … risk of developing chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart disease and certain types of … approach to healthy eating guidance, focusing on proportionality of foods, rather than …
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… Actionset Overview Using Canada's Food Guide is a simple way to plan meals and … Rhonda O'Brien MS, RD, CDE - Certified Diabetes Educator Colleen O'Connor PhD, RD - …
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… 38d What are the risks of drinking during pregnancy? There are a number of risks for you … known safe amount of alcohol at any stage of pregnancy. It is safest not to drink at all … support for having a healthy pregnancy Where can I get more information and help? If …
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… Topic Overview For many young people, using alcohol, drugs, or other substances like … times and stop, while others may continue to use them on a more regular basis. Young people … unprotected sex. This raises the chance of pregnancy and infection with sexually …
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… Overview Alcohol has both immediate and long-term … help you make informed choices about alcohol use. Canada’s guidance on alcohol and health … learn more, visit Alcohol and drug use during pregnancy While breastfeeding Driving a motor …
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… How Exercise Helps Children and Teens Physical activity is key to lifelong health and … think, and sleep better. Reach and stay at a healthy weight. Build lean muscle. Lower their …
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… between normal feelings and feelings of grief. Reassure your teen that grief is normal. Make time to listen to your … naturally quiet and may only express their grief in private. Some may react strongly, …
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… may be the hardest time for young people with diabetes and their parents. Normal teen … eating disorder. Common ways that teens with diabetes rebel Your teenager may be very … the right amount of responsibility for their diabetes care. If so, your job as a parent of …
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… that foster resilience to help prepare teenagers for the challenges they will face … observed someone else doing well. Practise healthy self-reflection and share with teens … physiological signs of stress are actually healthy mechanisms that get their bodies ready …