For nutrition information and advice check out the detailed information at HealthLink BC, or call call 8-1-1 toll-free in B.C to speak to a registered dietitian. Translation services are available in over 130 languages upon request for callers. You will find information on recommended diets at all ages and for many conditions. There is also […]
Although foodborne illnesses can affect everyone, pregnant women are more susceptible to certain foodborne bacteria and they can be serious for both a pregnant woman and her baby. Proper food handling and avoiding certain foods can help decrease the risk of foodborne illness during pregnancy. Recommendations for pregnant women include: avoid raw/under-cooked meat & fish […]
Information on osteoporosis can be found on: Osteoporosis Canada website National Osteoporosis Foundation website Things you can do to reduce bone loss include: make sure you get enough calcium in your diet take a vitamin D supplement avoid smoking get regular weight bearing exercise limit alcohol intake You doctor can help you determine if you […]
Dr. Yoni Freedhoff is a family doc, Assistant Prof. at the University of Ottawa, Author of The Diet Fix, and founder of Ottawa’s non-surgical Bariatric Medical Institute – a multi-disciplinary, ethical, evidence-based nutrition and weight management centre. He has an interesting website/blog and is interesting to follow on Twitter if you are interested in nutrition science […]
Information about Vancouver Coastal Health breastfeeding resources can be found here The Breastfeeding Buddy is a web based app,developed in collaboration with Perinatal Services BC and the Public Health Agency of Canada that has tips, tools and videos to help you with breastfeeding and more, from pregnancy to your baby’s first six months and beyond. It […]