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… half-and-half; whipping cream or topping; non-dairy creamer Eggs; lean ground beef (97% … half-and-half; whipping cream or topping; non-dairy creamer Eggs; lean ground beef (97% …
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… and K. Some fats are healthier than others. Healthy fats Polyunsaturated fat is liquid at … fish such as salmon and mackerel contain healthy omega-3 fatty acids. So do ground … but gets solid when you refrigerate it. Eating foods that are high in this fat may …
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… is the nutrient that most affects your blood sugar. Protein and fat do not raise blood … range. When blood sugar drops too low, the level of insulin goes down and other …
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… 68f Nutrition Series What is dietary fat? Dietary fat refers to the fats … trans fat won’t harm your heart health. An eating pattern that is low in saturated fat … added to foods sold in Canada. How can I add healthy fats to my meals and snacks? Prepare …
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Actionset Overview Heart disease is the number one killer of both men and women in Canada. If you are worried about heart disease, one of the most important things you can do is to start eating a …
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Topic Overview What is prediabetes? Prediabetes is a warning sign that you are at risk for getting type 2 diabetes . It means that your blood sugar is higher than it should be, but not high enough to …
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… uses them for energy. You need some for good health. But high triglyceride levels are … higher. How are high triglycerides treated? A healthy lifestyle can help lower your … take medicine. Your doctor will treat other health problems if they are causing high …
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Overview DASH diet The DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) diet can help you lower your blood pressure. It includes eating fruits, vegetables, and low-fat or non-fat dairy foods. For more …
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… in a package, it's helpful to look at the Nutrition Facts label and ingredient list on the package. You …
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… Overview Heart-healthy eating means eating food that can help lower … attack, and stroke. It focuses on eating more healthy foods and cutting back on foods that …
