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Canada’s food guide

Canada\'s food guide
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Eat a variety of healthy foods each day

Healthy foods Have plenty of vegetable and fruits Eat protein foods Make water your drink of choice Choose whole grain foods

Healthy eating is more than the foods you eat

Be mindful of your eating habits
Cook more often
Enjoy your food
Eat meals with others
Use food labels
Limit foods high in sodium, sugars or saturated fat
Be aware of food marketing
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Shakshouka
Vegetable curry
Spiced-up butternut squash soup
Turkey and veggie stuffed pita
Apple pie oatmeal
Shepherd’s pie

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2020-03-17

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