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The USDA has guidelines to help you make healthy food choices. They are called the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. The guidelines include the New Food Pyramid. This is a symbol that shows the food groups that make up a healthy eating plan.

Your child has a colostomy. This procedure involved cutting (and sometimes removing) part of the colon (large intestine). The end of the colon was attached to a small hole made in the belly wall, creating what is called a stoma. Stool and mucus pass out of the body through this opening into a bag. Here are guidelines for home care.

Like vegetables, fruit contains fiber and plenty of vitamins. But the great thing about fruit is its flavor. If you have a sweet tooth or just want a little treat, fruit is the healthiest way to indulge.

The dairy group includes foods that are made from milk. Milk is a good source of calcium. This is a nutrient that builds strong bones. Dairy foods also provide potassium, vitamins A and D, and protein.

Healthy fats include oils that are high in unsaturated fat, such as olive or canola oil. You can also find healthy fats in foods such as nuts, seeds, nut butters, avocados, and fatty fish. Healthy fats provide essential nutrients for your body.

If your bed partner snores, these tips can help you get the sleep you need.

Medicines play a key role in controlling asthma. Some help control asthma symptoms and prevent flare-ups. Others are used to treat symptoms when they occur. Here's what you should know.

Keep track of symptoms with this chart. Show your records to your doctor at your visits. As your asthma control gets better, you should have fewer episodes of symptoms to record.

You can do a lot to manage your asthma and improve your quality of life. You will need to work with your healthcare provider to make a plan. But it's up to you to put this plan into action.