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                                                              • Four Tips for Extra Flavor in Fruits and Veggies

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                                                                |Date: April 25, 2017
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                                                                Four Tips for Extra Flavor in Fruits and Veggies

                                                                Four Tips for Extra Flavor in Fruits and Veggies

                                                                You know it's important to eat lots of fruit and vegetables, but how can you jazz them up to make them mo ...

                                                                You know it's important to eat lots of fruit and vegetables, but how can you jazz them up to make them more delicious? It's all in how you cook them. Roast vegetables at a high temperature to carameli ...

                                                                April 25, 2017
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                                                              • 10 Daily Servings of Fruits, Veggies a Recipe for Longevity

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                                                                |Date: April 25, 2017
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                                                                10 Daily Servings of Fruits, Veggies a Recipe for Longevity

                                                                10 Daily Servings of Fruits, Veggies a Recipe for Longevity

                                                                If you want to add years to your life and your family’s, ten daily servings of fruits and vegetables may ...

                                                                If you want to add years to your life and your family’s, ten daily servings of fruits and vegetables may be the best recipe you can follow, a new analysis suggests. The benefits appear to come through ...

                                                                April 25, 2017
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                                                              • Renton Take Heart

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                                                                |Date: March 28, 2017
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                                                                Renton Take Heart

                                                                Renton Take Heart

                                                                According to a Washington State Department of Health report, Renton residents have a nearly 10-year short ...

                                                                According to a Washington State Department of Health report, Renton residents have a nearly 10-year shorter life expectancy compared to other communities in King County. Motivated by this statistic an ...

                                                                March 28, 2017
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                                                              • #ValleyEats – Zucchini Noodles, Chips, and Fries

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                                                                |Date: January 27, 2017
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                                                                #ValleyEats – Zucchini Noodles, Chips, and Fries

                                                                #ValleyEats – Zucchini Noodles, Chips, and Fries

                                                                INSTRUCTIONS Cut zucchini into desired shape. Spray with olive oil spray. Toss with your choice of: Dried ...

                                                                INSTRUCTIONS Cut zucchini into desired shape. Spray with olive oil spray. Toss with your choice of: Dried rosemary & thyme Dried basil and parsley Ground cumin and smoked paprika For chips and fri ...

                                                                January 27, 2017
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                                                              • #ValleyEats – Chickpea Curry with Tomatoes & Spinach

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                                                                |Date: January 20, 2017
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                                                                #ValleyEats – Chickpea Curry with Tomatoes & Spinach

                                                                #ValleyEats – Chickpea Curry with Tomatoes & Spinach

                                                                INGREDIENTS 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 red onion, sliced 2 garlic cloves, chopped 1/2 finger length pie ...

                                                                INGREDIENTS 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 red onion, sliced 2 garlic cloves, chopped 1/2 finger length piece fresh ginger root, shredded or jarred 2 mild red chilies, thinly sliced 1/2 teaspoon turmeri ...

                                                                January 20, 2017
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                                                              • Diabetes and Exercise

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                                                                |Date: December 28, 2016
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                                                                Diabetes and Exercise

                                                                Diabetes and Exercise

                                                                Diabetes is a chronic disease that affects the way the body processes blood glucose, or the sugar in the ...

                                                                Diabetes is a chronic disease that affects the way the body processes blood glucose, or the sugar in the blood. Glucose is the sugar that is absorbed into the blood stream following  digestion and is ...

                                                                December 28, 2016
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                                                              • Valley Eats: Apple Crisp with Macadamia Nuts

                                                                Posted by Valley Communications
                                                                |Date: December 09, 2016
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                                                                Valley Eats: Apple Crisp with Macadamia Nuts

                                                                Valley Eats: Apple Crisp with Macadamia Nuts

                                                                INGREDIENTS 1/4 cup whole wheat flour 2 tablespoons SPLENDA® Brown Sugar Blend 4 tablespoons macadamia nu ...

                                                                INGREDIENTS 1/4 cup whole wheat flour 2 tablespoons SPLENDA® Brown Sugar Blend 4 tablespoons macadamia nuts, chopped (or nut of your choice) 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon 2-1/2 tablespoons butter 5 cup ...

                                                                December 09, 2016
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                                                              • Valley Eats: Vegetable Turkey Meatloaf Muffins

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                                                                |Date: December 02, 2016
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                                                                Valley Eats: Vegetable Turkey Meatloaf Muffins

                                                                Valley Eats: Vegetable Turkey Meatloaf Muffins

                                                                INGREDIENTS 1-1/4 lb. ground turkey breast 1/3 cup finely minced mushrooms 1 medium sized zucchini, shred ...

                                                                INGREDIENTS 1-1/4 lb. ground turkey breast 1/3 cup finely minced mushrooms 1 medium sized zucchini, shredded 1/3 cup diced onion 1/3 cup diced bell pepper (green, orange, red or yellow) 1 tablespoon m ...

                                                                December 02, 2016
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                                                              • Valley Eats: Nonfat Cauliflower Mashed “Potatoes”

                                                                Posted by Valley Communications
                                                                |Date: November 18, 2016
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                                                                Valley Eats: Nonfat Cauliflower Mashed “Potatoes”

                                                                Valley Eats: Nonfat Cauliflower Mashed “Potatoes”

                                                                Ingredients 1 head cauliflower 1/3 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt 2 tablespoons light coconut milk 1 table ...

                                                                Ingredients 1 head cauliflower 1/3 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt 2 tablespoons light coconut milk 1 tablespoon water 1/2 teaspoon crushed garlic 1/2 teaspoon thyme 1 tablespoon chopped chives Salt and ...

                                                                November 18, 2016
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                                                              • Introducing MyHealthMap.org – Map your way to a healthier YOU!

                                                                Posted by Valley Communications
                                                                |Date: November 15, 2016
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                                                                Introducing MyHealthMap.org – Map your way to a healthier YOU!

                                                                Introducing MyHealthMap.org – Map your way to a healthier YOU!

                                                                MyHealthMap is a South King County collaborative aimed at reducing the prevalence of obesity by helping o ...

                                                                MyHealthMap is a South King County collaborative aimed at reducing the prevalence of obesity by helping our community find free and low cost options for healthy activities and nutrition close to where ...

                                                                November 15, 2016
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