The final report of the Trans Fat Task Force, with recommendations and strategies on how "to effectively eliminate or reduce processed trans fats in Canadian foods to the lowest level possible."
Discusses difference between blood cholesterol and dietary cholesterol, the difference between "good" and "bad" cholesterol, the different types of fats, and lifestyle choices to lower your cholesterol.
Report illuminates the gender gap when it comes to heart disease and stroke. Demonstrates that Canadian women's progress has not kept pace with men's by comparing the number of deaths from heart disease and stroke experienced by women versus men.
Discusses blood cholesterol and dietary cholesterol, how to build a balanced relationship between good and bad cholesterol, how to cut out trans and saturated fats, and how to include monosaturated and polyunsaturated fats like Omega-3 in your diet.
Provides information on reducing the risk of heart disease caused by high cholesterol, physical inactivity, smoking, high blood pressure, diabetes, and being overweight.
Provides basic medical information about cardiovascular diseases and discusses diagnosis, prevention, treatment, and research. Includes tips for living with heart disease, interactive quizzes, and a glossary.
Prepared for the Canada-U.S.A. Women's Health Forum in 1996. Discusses the current situation regarding women and cardiovascular disease. Presents Health Canada's prevention, policy, research and education and social marketing initiatives.
