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… Pregnancy: Hot Tub and Sauna Use On this page: Overview Overview Raising your core body temperature is called hyperthermia. It can harm your developing baby (fetus). It's most harmful during the …
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… Ideas for Cutting Back on Alcohol Use On this page: Overview Overview Maybe you've found yourself drinking more alcohol than you'd prefer. If you … the alcohol). Drink more water. Use the water to quench your thirst. Drink a glass of water before you have any …
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… decisions in case you can't think clearly during an attack. Your plan can help you stay active and have fewer problems. It may include: Your treatment goals. A list of your asthma medicines and … This is a good way to know how well your lungs are working. Use an asthma diary to track your peak flow readings, your …
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… but is able to get out of bed, it can be a safe way to use the toilet. The doctor may recommend a bedside commode … as toilet paper and a damp cloth or wet wipes. Wash and dry your hands well before you get started, and have gloves … wipe from front to back. If you helped the person wipe and your gloves became soiled, remove them and throw them away. …
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… help in daily tasks such as carrying groceries and doing housework. Lower body exercises develop lower body muscles and … periods of time. Aerobic exercise gets more oxygen to your muscles. This allows them to work longer. Exercises for … while doing any of the exercises, rest in a position where your shoulders are supported, such as in a chair, and wait …
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… Vitamin D and your health Last updated September 1, 2021 HealthLink BC … Vietnamese Why do I need vitamin D? Vitamin D helps your body absorb and use calcium for strong bones and teeth. vitamin D also helps …
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… Iron and Your Health Last updated November 1, 2020 HealthLink BC File … Vietnamese Why is iron important? Iron is a mineral that your body uses to make hemoglobin (pronounced “hee-muh-glow-bin”). …
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… Your child's feelings Last updated April 1, 2019 HealthLink … someone in their life who loves them no matter what. Show your child that you love them all the time – even when you … to respond to them. For example, “I’m feeling upset because grandma had to cancel her visit. I’m going to take some …
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… Fibre and Your Health Last updated March 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File … Why is fibre important? Eating high-fibre foods can lower your risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and colon cancer. Insoluble fibre can help keep your gut healthy and prevent constipation. Soluble fibre can …
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… Choosing your activity Last updated January 7, 2025 The best physical … to choose from. Here are just a few examples of them: Walk your way to health Fitness: Walking for wellness Yoga Tai … qi gong Water exercise Fitness DVDs and videos … Choosing your activity …
