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Caffeine and energy drinks

Caffeine is a stimulant drug found in many drinks, treats and some medicines. Find out its effects on your body and how much of it is OK to consume per day.

Meal planning with consistent carbohydrate intakes

Read the story of 12-year-old Pino and how his meal plan with consistent carbohydrate intakes works for him.

Setting up a meal plan when a child has diabetes

Learn how a registered dietitian will work with you to set up a meal plan to meet the needs of your child and family.

Prematurity: Overview

Learn about the definition of and the causes and medical conditions associated with prematurity.

Low-phosphorus diet

Low-potassium diet

High-potassium diet

High-phosphorus diet

Sickle cell disease: Tips for healthy sleep

Discover seven tips to help you fall asleep and get the best sleep possible.

Healthy eating for teens

Here are some helpful tips on how to meet the needs of a teen's growing body.

High-magnesium diet

Feed progression in children with intestinal failure

Learn about increasing enteral feeds in a child with intestinal failure to help them achieve enteral autonomy.

Status epilepticus

Read about the causes and symptoms of status epilepticus and how it is treated.

Energy-boosting diet

Liver, gallbladder and pancreas

Learn how the liver, gall bladder and pancreas help the body digest food.

Carbohydrates (carbs)

Discover the types of carbohydrates and how they affect the body.

CFTR modulators: Diet and lifestyle modifications

When taking CFTR modulators is it important to take them with fat. You may also need to make other changes to your diet when taking CFTR modulators.

Hemophilia: Managing pain

Teens living with hemophilia can learn about pains related to their bleeds, including the difference between acute and chronic pain.

Prematurity resources

This page contains information on book resources available for parents of premature babies.

Factor V Leiden mutation

Thrombophilia is a blood clotting disorder that increases the risk of developing blood clots in the blood vessels. One of the most common causes of inherited thrombophilia is factor V Leiden. Learn about the symptoms, causes and management of FVL.

Anorexia nervosa: Signs and symptoms

Find out about the signs and symptoms of anorexia nervosa.

Sugar substitutes and caffeine: Acceptable daily intake

Discover the sources and acceptable daily intake limits, if any, of sweeteners and caffeine.

Prothrombin gene mutation

Thrombophilia is a blood clotting that increases the risk of developing blood clots in the blood vessels. The second most common type of inherited thrombophilia is the prothrombin gene mutation.

Calcium and vitamin D-rich diet

Virtual care: How to accurately measure your child’s height and weight at home

Be prepared for a virtual care visit by learning how to accurately measure your child’s height and weight using supplies you have at home.