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                                    • 6 Reasons New Year’s Resolutions to Get Healthy Fail — And What Actually Works

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                                      |Date: March 05, 2025
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                                      6 Reasons New Year’s Resolutions to Get Healthy Fail — And What Actually Works

                                      6 Reasons New Year’s Resolutions to Get Healthy Fail — And What Actually Works

                                      Every year, millions of people set resolutions to get healthier. But by February, most have already given ...

                                      Every year, millions of people set resolutions to get healthier. But by February, most have already given up. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. The problem isn’t a lack of willpower—it’s that ...

                                      March 05, 2025
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                                    • Understanding Metabolic Syndrome and Heart Health: How Lifestyle Medicine Can Help You Thrive

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                                      |Date: February 03, 2025
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                                      Understanding Metabolic Syndrome and Heart Health: How Lifestyle Medicine Can Help You Thrive

                                      Understanding Metabolic Syndrome and Heart Health: How Lifestyle Medicine Can Help You Thrive

                                      Metabolic syndrome and heart health are important topics that impact millions of people. In fact, about 1 ...

                                      Metabolic syndrome and heart health are important topics that impact millions of people. In fact, about 1 in 3 adults in the U.S. has metabolic syndrome, which increases the risk of heart disease, str ...

                                      February 03, 2025
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                                    • Ditch the Diet – Just Eat Smart!

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                                      |Date: January 09, 2025
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                                      Ditch the Diet – Just Eat Smart!

                                      Ditch the Diet – Just Eat Smart!

                                      Reset your relationship with food, focusing on nutrition and well-being, in our new 3-session workshop le ...

                                      Reset your relationship with food, focusing on nutrition and well-being, in our new 3-session workshop led by a Registered Dietitian Healthy eating can feel overwhelming and confusing. Our new Eat Sma ...

                                      January 09, 2025
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                                    • Strollin’ Through the Colon: Outreach Event Showcases Importance of Colon Health

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                                      |Date: January 02, 2025
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                                      Strollin’ Through the Colon: Outreach Event Showcases Importance of Colon Health

                                      Strollin’ Through the Colon: Outreach Event Showcases Importance of Colon Health

                                      Staff and visitors to Valley got an immersive lesson on colorectal health in December, thanks to a stroll ...

                                      Staff and visitors to Valley got an immersive lesson on colorectal health in December, thanks to a stroll through a 20-foot inflatable colon. In partnership with Colon Cancer Stars, a unique, fun and ...

                                      January 02, 2025
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                                    • The Benefits of Exercise for Cancer Warriors and Survivors

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                                      |Date: January 02, 2025
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                                      The Benefits of Exercise for Cancer Warriors and Survivors

                                      The Benefits of Exercise for Cancer Warriors and Survivors

                                      Exercise is a powerful tool for improving the quality of life for people fighting cancer and survivors al ...

                                      Exercise is a powerful tool for improving the quality of life for people fighting cancer and survivors alike. Whether during treatment or in recovery, engaging in regular physical activity can offer a ...

                                      January 02, 2025
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                                    • 5 Essential Health Metrics You Should Check Every Year (But Probably Aren’t)

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                                      |Date: December 12, 2024
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                                      5 Essential Health Metrics You Should Check Every Year (But Probably Aren’t)

                                      5 Essential Health Metrics You Should Check Every Year (But Probably Aren’t)

                                      When was the last time you checked in on your health? Annual checkups with a primary care provider are es ...

                                      When was the last time you checked in on your health? Annual checkups with a primary care provider are essential for tracking important health basics like blood pressure, cholesterol, and weight – but ...

                                      December 12, 2024
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                                    • Valley Eats – It’s Getting Cold Outside! Warm Up with a Veggie-Forward Meal

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                                      |Date: October 17, 2024
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                                      Valley Eats – It’s Getting Cold Outside! Warm Up with a Veggie-Forward Meal

                                      Valley Eats – It’s Getting Cold Outside! Warm Up with a Veggie-Forward Meal

                                      As the temperature drops and the daylight hours get shorter, a warm and cozy meal is a nice way to end th ...

                                      As the temperature drops and the daylight hours get shorter, a warm and cozy meal is a nice way to end the day. Dishes containing a variety of vegetables, along with proteins like beans or chickpeas, ...

                                      October 17, 2024
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                                    • The True Measure of Progress: Tracking Body Composition Over Time

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                                      |Date: September 11, 2024
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                                      The True Measure of Progress: Tracking Body Composition Over Time

                                      The True Measure of Progress: Tracking Body Composition Over Time

                                      When it comes to health and fitness, most of us have been conditioned to rely on the bathroom scale for f ...

                                      When it comes to health and fitness, most of us have been conditioned to rely on the bathroom scale for feedback. We step on, see a number, and let it dictate our mood, our self-worth, and even our he ...

                                      September 11, 2024
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                                    • Quench Your Thirst for Health: Discover the Life-Changing Benefits of Staying Hydrated!

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                                      |Date: August 05, 2024
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                                      Quench Your Thirst for Health: Discover the Life-Changing Benefits of Staying Hydrated!

                                      Quench Your Thirst for Health: Discover the Life-Changing Benefits of Staying Hydrated!

                                      Staying hydrated is a well-known concept, but research shows about 75% of Americans are chronically dehyd ...

                                      Staying hydrated is a well-known concept, but research shows about 75% of Americans are chronically dehydrated. Dehydration happens when you lose more fluids than you take in. Common signs of dehydrat ...

                                      August 05, 2024
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                                    • The Power of Strength Training: Boosting Health and Longevity

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                                      |Date: June 10, 2024
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                                      The Power of Strength Training: Boosting Health and Longevity

                                      The Power of Strength Training: Boosting Health and Longevity

                                      Did you know that one of the best ways to ensure we age gracefully and stay healthy is through strength t ...

                                      Did you know that one of the best ways to ensure we age gracefully and stay healthy is through strength training? Strength training, also known as resistance training, involves exercises that improve ...

                                      June 10, 2024
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