Snacks - Diabetes in Children and Youth
PL-0813: This pamphlet is part of the Diabetes in Children and Youth Series. This pamphlet gives low-carb snack and drink ideas to help lower spikes in blood glucose after eating.
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Soft, Easy to Chew, High Energy, High Protein Nutrition Guidelines
This guide will help you choose foods with more energy and protein that are soft and easy to chew. The guide includes tips to help you eat better, tips if you have a sore mouth or throat, tips to help food taste better, and tips if you have trouble eating. It also gives information about protein, energy, and nutritional supplements.
Special Occasions - Diabetes in Children and Youth
PL-0195: This pamphlet is part of the Diabetes in Children and Youth Series. This pamphlet has tips on how to enjoy special occasions while keeping blood glucose in your target range. This pamphlet is also available in French.
Swallowing
This pamphlet explains how a normal swallow works, causes of swallowing problems, what swallowing problems can lead to, signs, diagnosis, and what happens if a swallowing problem is severe. Alternative ways to get nutrition, fluids, and medications are described.
The Nova Scotia Home Parenteral Nutrition Program for Adults
This pamphlet explains what to expect if you are a patient in The Nova Scotia Home Parenteral Nutrition Program for Adults.
Tips for High-fibre Eating
This pamphlet gives information on the 2 types of fibre found in foods, soluble and insoluble, as well as tips on how to increase your fibre intake.
Tube Feeding General Information
This pamphlet explains how to use and care for your feeding tube. Topics include skin care, flushing your feeding tube, giving medications through the tube, a Medication Record, and what to do if you have a problem with your feeding tube.
User-friendly Pulses - Preparing Dried Beans, Peas, and Lentils
Pulses are dried beans, peas, lentils, and chickpeas. This pamphlet explains where to buy pulses and how to lower gas from pulses. It also includes recipes.
Vegetarian Variety
It is important to eat a variety of foods when you follow a vegetarian eating plan. This pamphlet explains the types of vegetarian eating plans, nutrients (protein, iron, zinc, calcium, vitamin D, vitamin B12, and omega 3 fats), and vegetarian foods you may not have heard of.
What to Eat After Whipple Surgery
During Whipple surgery, parts of the stomach, small bowel, gallbladder, and pancreas are removed. After surgery you may need to make some changes to your eating habits. Following the tips in this guide can help you get the nutrition you need to heal and feel comfortable.