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… fats include fatty fish such as herring, salmon, mackerel and trout, seeds like flax, … in your meals and snacks. Try using canned salmon, tuna or sardines in sandwiches and … fats include fatty fish such as herring, salmon, mackerel and trout, seeds like flax, …
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… RDA, UL, and AI are part of a set of nutrient guidelines for healthy people. The guidelines are called the Dietary Reference Intakes. Recommended Dietary …
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… Some diuretics can cause low levels of potassium. A delicate balance of potassium is … powder, and effervescent tablet forms. Blood tests to check for low potassium levels …
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… six months – with one notable exception being Vitamin D. Health Canada recommends all … breastfed healthy, full term babies get a vitamin D supplement of 400 IU every day, from … Babies fed formula alone do not need extra vitamin D. Give your breastfed baby liquid …
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… Overview You usually can continue breastfeeding your child if you become … aware of the following issues: Breastfeeding during pregnancy is not recommended if you are at …
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… Overview Medicines you can take during pregnancy It can be hard to know if a … are not studied in pregnant women. That's because researchers worry about how the medicines … Medicines for HIV Over-the-counter medicines Acetaminophen (such as Tylenol) for fever and …
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… 68a Nutrition Series Cholesterol is a fatty substance found in your … HDL (high density lipoprotein) or 'good' cholesterol LDL (low density lipoprotein) or 'bad' cholesterol Having high LDL cholesterol can …
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… Too much fluoride swallowed during the early childhood years may cause white, brown, or … Fluorosis occurs during the first 8 years of childhood while the outer enamel layer of the … Too much fluoride swallowed during the early childhood years may cause white, brown, or …
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… health a priority is especially important during pregnancy. Taking care of your mental, … and radiation Pregnancy and seatbelt use Common symptoms and concerns You will … if you have any questions. Learn more: Acetaminophen use during pregnancy …
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… to not drink alcohol at all. Drinking alcohol during pregnancy puts your baby at risk of Fetal … also known as FASD. FASD is an umbrella term used to describe the range of disabilities …
