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Simple Living in Canada: Health Tips
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Have Regular Health Check-ups
Seeing a doctor regularly helps you maintain your health and increases the chance of early detection of health problems. Early detection is a key factor in recovery from many illnesses, particularly cancer.

Emphasize Your Own Preventive Care
In Canada, the government-run health program promotes healthy living, including advocating exercise, balanced diets, and stress reduction. Learn what steps you can take to minimize the chances you'll get sick.

If You Smoke, Quit
Smoking cigarettes has been linked to dozens of diseases and conditions, including lung, throat, and mouth cancer, heart and respiratory disease, and stroke. Studies show that no matter how long you've been a smoker, quitting has major and immediate health benefits.

Stay Active
It's no surprise that Canadians, surrounded as they are by mountains and wide-open spaces, spend a lot of time outdoors. Outdoor recreation promotes physical fitness, which in turn leads to lower incidences of obesity and chronic disease.

Eat a Balanced Diet
The Canadian health system publishes a food guide encouraging citizens to eat a proper balance of vegetables, fruit, grains, dairy, meats, and oils. Proper diet can reduce the risks of obesity, diabetes, heart disease, and some kinds of cancer.

Discover More About Canada
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Find out how the Canadian government is doing its part to promote health across the country and why an amazing 84 percent of Canadians are satisfied with their medical coverage.
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From stunning natural parks to sleek cities, get a photo-gallery glimpse into the health-conscious country of Canada.
Explore More from National Geographic
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It's the world's second-largest country in area, it borders three oceans, and it has the longest coastline of any country. Take a closer look at Canada with this interactive map.
 
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What, if anything, do you think you should change about your diet?
Eat less red meat.
Eat more fish.
Eat more fruits and vegetables.
Drink more water.
I wouldn't change anything.
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