New evidence is challenging nutritional advice about dairy, including Canada’s Food Guide. Current Canadian food guidance suggests we should choose lower fat cheese to help reduce saturated fat intake. Furthermore, it cautions that even lower fat cheese still contains a significant amount of saturated fat. The concern is that saturated fat is associated with a […]
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Diets have improved slightly since 2004 but overall, Canadian children still need to improve the quality of their diets during school days. When zeroing in on recent data, researchers show the food categories needing most improvement were whole grains, milk and alternatives and dark green and orange vegetables. When you’re walking down the halls of […]
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Below are common questions related to the Calcium Calculator™ tool and its relevance to improving health. Research has shown that dietary calcium intake can be a reliable predictor of overall diet quality because of other key nutrients found in calcium-rich foods. Try the Calcium Calculator™ online tool or order the printed resource. 1. Why are […]
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Try the free Calcium Calculator™ app—your body will thank you! Look for the Calcium Calculator™ app logo, download today. Most Canadians don’t get enough calcium—do you? Most Canadians don’t get enough calcium. In fact, 87% of women between the ages of 19–50 have inadequate calcium intakes.1 But while the benefits of calcium are well-known, did you […]
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If you are hungry to hike or hiking hungry, this article is for you. Whether it’s a recreational half-day hike or a longer challenging hike all day, we know we shouldn’t leave home without bringing some food and water. But what are some tried and true snacks to pack for your next outdoor adventure? Do […]
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Privacy policy for Calcium Calculator™ mobile app Effective date: July 2, 2018 British Columbia Dairy Association (“BC Dairy”, “we” or “us”) recognizes and respects the privacy of users of the App. This Privacy Policy applies to our Calcium Calculator™ mobile app and the services available through such app (together, the “App”), and describes how we […]
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Learn how planting seeds can help sprout healthy eating habits in children. As longer days and warmer weather make it easier to get into the gardening spirit, consider inviting your children to join in and get their hands dirty. Relaxation, exercise, vitamin D, the reward of producing your own food…these are just a few of […]
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What do dairy products have in common with whole grains, calcium, physical activity and foods high in dietary fibre? What do dairy products have in common with whole grains, calcium, physical activity, and foods containing dietary fibre? There is strong evidence for all five factors showing they reduce the risk of colorectal cancer. That is […]
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So much is focused on what to eat for better health. Increasing attention is also placed on the environmental sustainability of our food choices. Learn how you can support both. A plant-based diet has taken center stage following th release of Health Canada’s Guiding Principles. People want advice on how to eat well, but also on how […]
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