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Gluten-Free Diet: Buying Gluten-Free Foods

Updated 3 May 2023 under Health Guides.

How can I still eat my favorite foods? Eating and baking gluten–free has become much easier recently as more companies now make gluten–free products. You can now buy gluten–free breads, […]

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Caffeine

Updated 11 January 2023 under Health Guides.

Caffeine is a naturally occurring chemical found in the leaves, beans, seeds, and fruits of many different plants. It’s also added to some foods, drinks, supplements, and pain relievers. Caffeine […]

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Calcium

Updated 4 April 2023 under Health Guides.

Calcium is a mineral that helps build strong bones. Calcium is also necessary for many of your body’s functions, such as blood clotting and nerve and muscle function. During your […]

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Dietary Fat and Cholesterol

Updated 3 August 2023 under Health Guides.

Dietary fat found in food is important for your health and is needed for your body’s normal growth and development. Dietary fat has many different functions in your body, including: […]

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Constipation

Updated 3 August 2023 under Health Guides.

Teens usually don’t talk about their bathroom habits with their friends but if they did, they would find out that most people have trouble having a bowel movement or BM […]

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Cuts and Scrapes

Updated 11 May 2023 under Health Guides.

Most cuts and scrapes are small injuries that can be treated at home, but it’s good to know when to get medical care for yourself or someone else. Wound care: […]

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Vitamin D

Updated 27 March 2023 under Health Guides.

What is vitamin D? Vitamin D is a vitamin that helps your immune system function effectively, reduces inflammation, and helps your body absorb calcium. Calcium is a mineral that gives strength to […]

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Eating Disorders: General Information

Updated 18 May 2023 under Health Guides.

Eating disorders affect millions of people around the world. Although they’re most common in cultures that focus on weight and body image, they can affect people of all genders, races, ages, […]

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Fad Diets vs. Healthy Behaviors

Updated 11 November 2023 under Health Guides.

Fad diets are marketed as quick ways to lose weight. The most popular fads tend to change from year to year, but the promises they make don’t. Diets such as […]

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Gluten-Free Diet: Foods to Avoid vs. Safe Foods

Updated 3 May 2023 under Health Guides.

What foods do I avoid on the gluten–free diet? Following a gluten–free diet means you should remove all foods that have – or could have – gluten from your diet. […]

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