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                                                              • Is a Brisk Walk Really as Good an Exercise as a Sweaty, Heart-Pounding Run?

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                                                                |Date: September 21, 2017
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                                                                Is a Brisk Walk Really as Good an Exercise as a Sweaty, Heart-Pounding Run?

                                                                Is a Brisk Walk Really as Good an Exercise as a Sweaty, Heart-Pounding Run?

                                                                Walking is just as good as running when it comes to lowering your risk for heart disease, according to re ...

                                                                Walking is just as good as running when it comes to lowering your risk for heart disease, according to research reported by the American Heart Association. Researchers analyzed the health of some 48,0 ...

                                                                September 21, 2017
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                                                              • Dining with the Docs | Episode 2 – Chicken and Asparagus Rolls

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                                                                |Date: June 14, 2017
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                                                                Dining with the Docs | Episode 2 – Chicken and Asparagus Rolls

                                                                Dining with the Docs | Episode 2 – Chicken and Asparagus Rolls

                                                                Join Dr. Hsiang-Hwa “Shawn” Chen (Fairwood Clinic), Dr. Kristin Parker (Cascade Clinic), and Dr. Long Ngu ...

                                                                Join Dr. Hsiang-Hwa “Shawn” Chen (Fairwood Clinic), Dr. Kristin Parker (Cascade Clinic), and Dr. Long Nguyen (Cascade Clinic), as they demonstrate how to cook healthy, family friendly recipes. Episode ...

                                                                June 14, 2017
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                                                              • Dining with the Docs | Episode 1 – Egg Muffins

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                                                                |Date: May 25, 2017
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                                                                Dining with the Docs | Episode 1 – Egg Muffins

                                                                Dining with the Docs | Episode 1 – Egg Muffins

                                                                Join Dr. Kristin Parker (Cascade Clinic), Dr. Long Nguyen (Cascade Clinic), Cody, and Dr. Hsiang-Hwa "Sha ...

                                                                Join Dr. Kristin Parker (Cascade Clinic), Dr. Long Nguyen (Cascade Clinic), Cody, and Dr. Hsiang-Hwa "Shawn" Chen(Fairwood Clinic) as they demonstrate how to cook healthy, family friendly recipes in V ...

                                                                May 25, 2017
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                                                              • #MindfulnessMonday – Meditation May Help Your Heart

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                                                                |Date: January 30, 2017
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                                                                #MindfulnessMonday – Meditation May Help Your Heart

                                                                #MindfulnessMonday – Meditation May Help Your Heart

                                                                Meditation can help mind and body relax, and the American Heart Association says it can help your ticker. ...

                                                                Meditation can help mind and body relax, and the American Heart Association says it can help your ticker. The AHA says meditation may: · Help ease stress · Reduce blood pressure · Improve your sleep · ...

                                                                January 30, 2017
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                                                              • Have a Safe and Healthy Halloween!

                                                                Posted by Valley Communications
                                                                |Date: October 18, 2016
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                                                                Have a Safe and Healthy Halloween!

                                                                Have a Safe and Healthy Halloween!

                                                                Halloween Safety Tips from the American Academy of Pediatrics, courtesy of healthychildren.org Halloween ...

                                                                Halloween Safety Tips from the American Academy of Pediatrics, courtesy of healthychildren.org Halloween is an exciting time of year for kids. Here are some tips from the American Academy of Pediatric ...

                                                                October 18, 2016
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                                                              • Valley Eats: Oopsie Pancakes

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                                                                |Date: October 14, 2016
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                                                                Valley Eats: Oopsie Pancakes

                                                                Valley Eats: Oopsie Pancakes

                                                                Ingredients: 6 egg whites 1/2 – 1 cup cottage cheese 1 cup oatmeal 2 tablespoons psyllium husk (husk or p ...

                                                                Ingredients: 6 egg whites 1/2 – 1 cup cottage cheese 1 cup oatmeal 2 tablespoons psyllium husk (husk or powder, a form of fiber often found in health food section) 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Sugar sub ...

                                                                October 14, 2016
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                                                              • 6 Steps for Enjoying a Healthier Plane Ride

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                                                                |Date: June 16, 2016
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                                                                6 Steps for Enjoying a Healthier Plane Ride

                                                                6 Steps for Enjoying a Healthier Plane Ride

                                                                Planning a plane trip? There are steps you can take for a better, healthier excursion. Store medications ...

                                                                Planning a plane trip? There are steps you can take for a better, healthier excursion. Store medications to be taken during the trip in a carry-on bag. Pack extra meds in case of unexpected delays. Ta ...

                                                                June 16, 2016
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                                                              • Give Yourself a Boost: Five Steps to Better Memory

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                                                                |Date: August 16, 2014
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                                                                Give Yourself a Boost: Five Steps to Better Memory

                                                                Give Yourself a Boost: Five Steps to Better Memory

                                                                You've met her before. You can even remember where. But her name? It eludes you, taunting you, just out o ...

                                                                You've met her before. You can even remember where. But her name? It eludes you, taunting you, just out of reach. While aging can make it harder to remember some things, by focusing on your potential ...

                                                                August 16, 2014
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