DIET AND NUTRITION
Here are a list of trusted resources to help you make informed decisions about your diet and nutrition
Canada’s Food Guide
A resource that draws upon the latest evidence to help Canadians make healthy food choices and develop healthy eating habits
Website: https://food-guide.canada.ca/en/
A resource that draws upon the latest evidence to help Canadians make healthy food choices and develop healthy eating habits
Website: https://food-guide.canada.ca/en/
Dietician
Wherever you live in British Columbia you can access a registered dietitian by calling 8-1-1
Dieticians are available Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm Pacific Time
Website: https://www.healthlinkbc.ca/dietitian-services
Wherever you live in British Columbia you can access a registered dietitian by calling 8-1-1
Dieticians are available Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm Pacific Time
Website: https://www.healthlinkbc.ca/dietitian-services
Diabetes
A valuable resource for those who want to find out more about Diabetes is Diabetes Canada. Click on the icon for a basic introduction to Diabetes and diet
Website: https://www.diabetes.ca/
A valuable resource for those who want to find out more about Diabetes is Diabetes Canada. Click on the icon for a basic introduction to Diabetes and diet
Website: https://www.diabetes.ca/
Hypertension
A healthy diet is key to maintaining a healthy blood pressure.
The DASH Diet (Dietary Approach to Stop Hypertension) is similar to Canada’s Food Guide, and has been shown to improve blood pressure. Click on the icon for more info
Website: https://hypertension.ca/managing-hypertension/
A healthy diet is key to maintaining a healthy blood pressure.
The DASH Diet (Dietary Approach to Stop Hypertension) is similar to Canada’s Food Guide, and has been shown to improve blood pressure. Click on the icon for more info
Website: https://hypertension.ca/managing-hypertension/
Cholesterol
Cholesterol is a waxy substance found in your blood. Your body needs cholesterol to build healthy cells, but with high cholesterol, you can develop fatty deposits in your blood vessels that can increase your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Click on the icon for more cholesterol-lowering dietary info or the links below.
Dieticians of Canada Leaflet HealthLinkBC information
Cholesterol is a waxy substance found in your blood. Your body needs cholesterol to build healthy cells, but with high cholesterol, you can develop fatty deposits in your blood vessels that can increase your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Click on the icon for more cholesterol-lowering dietary info or the links below.
Dieticians of Canada Leaflet HealthLinkBC information
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
Chronic kidney disease describes the gradual loss of kidney function.
The recommended diet to follow may depend upon the severity of chronic kidney disease.
If you have early CKD, consider following a diet similar to that described here
If you have more advanced CKD, you will likely have access to a specialist dietician's input but can access further infomation here
Chronic kidney disease describes the gradual loss of kidney function.
The recommended diet to follow may depend upon the severity of chronic kidney disease.
If you have early CKD, consider following a diet similar to that described here
If you have more advanced CKD, you will likely have access to a specialist dietician's input but can access further infomation here
- Iron
- Iron is a key component of Hemoglobin, which carries oxygen around the body. Iron defiiency can lead to symptoms such as tiredness, lethargy and a pale appearance. If you have been told you are iron deficient and want more information about iron-rich foods, click on the icon and the weblink below
- Website https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/nutrients/iron.html
Vitamin B12
Vitamin B12 is a nutrient that helps keep the body's nerve and blood cells healthy. It also helps prevent anemia which can make people tired and weak. Find out more about dietary sources of Vitamin B12 by clicking on the icon and the link below
Website: https://www.healthlinkbc.ca/hlbc/files/healthyeating/pdf/quick-nutrition-check-for-vitamin-b12.pdf
Vitamin B12 is a nutrient that helps keep the body's nerve and blood cells healthy. It also helps prevent anemia which can make people tired and weak. Find out more about dietary sources of Vitamin B12 by clicking on the icon and the link below
Website: https://www.healthlinkbc.ca/hlbc/files/healthyeating/pdf/quick-nutrition-check-for-vitamin-b12.pdf
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and the 'FODMAP' Diet
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common disorder that affects the gut. Signs and symptoms include cramping, abdominal pain, bloating, gas, and diarrhea or constipation, or both. The diagnosis of IBS is that of exclusion - this means that other diagnoses need to be ruled out first. Many people have dietary triggers for their symptoms.
FODMAP stands for Fermentable Oligosaccharides, Disaccharides, Monosaccharides And Polyols, which are short-chain carbohydrates (sugars) that the small intestine absorbs poorly. Some people experience digestive distress after eating them.
If you want to find out more about trying a low FODMAP diet to help reduce symptoms of IBS, click the icon.
For a list of low FODMAP foods, click here
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common disorder that affects the gut. Signs and symptoms include cramping, abdominal pain, bloating, gas, and diarrhea or constipation, or both. The diagnosis of IBS is that of exclusion - this means that other diagnoses need to be ruled out first. Many people have dietary triggers for their symptoms.
FODMAP stands for Fermentable Oligosaccharides, Disaccharides, Monosaccharides And Polyols, which are short-chain carbohydrates (sugars) that the small intestine absorbs poorly. Some people experience digestive distress after eating them.
If you want to find out more about trying a low FODMAP diet to help reduce symptoms of IBS, click the icon.
For a list of low FODMAP foods, click here
Gout
Gout is a type of arthritis. It occurs when high levels of uric acid cause crystals to form in your joints and soft tissues, leading to inflammation, pain and swelling. A diet low in purines can reduce the body's production of uric acid and help reduce the likelihood of further gout episodes. Click on the icon for more information on eating guidelines for gout.
Gout is a type of arthritis. It occurs when high levels of uric acid cause crystals to form in your joints and soft tissues, leading to inflammation, pain and swelling. A diet low in purines can reduce the body's production of uric acid and help reduce the likelihood of further gout episodes. Click on the icon for more information on eating guidelines for gout.
Food safety for Vulnerable Populations
Food safety is important to everyone; however, vulnerable populations such as seniors, pregnant women and people with weakened immune systems are at an increased risk for food poisoning. Find out more about this topic by clicking on the icon
Food safety is important to everyone; however, vulnerable populations such as seniors, pregnant women and people with weakened immune systems are at an increased risk for food poisoning. Find out more about this topic by clicking on the icon