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                                                              • Build a Better Charcuterie Board

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                                                                |Date: December 01, 2022
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                                                                Build a Better Charcuterie Board

                                                                Build a Better Charcuterie Board

                                                                Charcuterie boards are definitely trending—and for good reason. These fun and easy platters offer infinit ...

                                                                Charcuterie boards are definitely trending—and for good reason. These fun and easy platters offer infinite opportunities for flavor, texture and visual appeal. Just select your plate, board, or platte ...

                                                                December 01, 2022
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                                                              • The Not-So-Sweet Side of Sugar

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                                                                |Date: October 11, 2022
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                                                                The Not-So-Sweet Side of Sugar

                                                                The Not-So-Sweet Side of Sugar

                                                                Nearly every American eats far more added sugar than recommended—and the health consequences could be dir ...

                                                                Nearly every American eats far more added sugar than recommended—and the health consequences could be dire. Here’s how to cut back without sacrificing taste. A fresh strawberry, straight from the patc ...

                                                                October 11, 2022
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                                                              • 4 Back to School Meals to Super Charge the Day

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                                                                |Date: August 06, 2019
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                                                                4 Back to School Meals to Super Charge the Day

                                                                4 Back to School Meals to Super Charge the Day

                                                                Whole Grain Breakfast Sandwich Great for a grab n’ go breakfast or at room temperature for lunch. 1 whole ...

                                                                Whole Grain Breakfast Sandwich Great for a grab n’ go breakfast or at room temperature for lunch. 1 whole grain English muffin 1 – 2 eggs, scrambled, lightly salted and peppered 1 slice baked turkey b ...

                                                                August 06, 2019
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                                                              • Five Ideas for Assembling a Quick, Healthy Lunch

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                                                                |Date: February 28, 2019
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                                                                Five Ideas for Assembling a Quick, Healthy Lunch

                                                                Five Ideas for Assembling a Quick, Healthy Lunch

                                                                Building a lunch around lots of colorful vegetables and some protein is easy with a little planning while ...

                                                                Building a lunch around lots of colorful vegetables and some protein is easy with a little planning while grocery shopping. Once you’ve got the basics in your fridge, assembling a delicious lunch is l ...

                                                                February 28, 2019
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                                                              • #ValleyEats – Easy Greek Pasta Salad

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                                                                |Date: June 27, 2018
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                                                                #ValleyEats – Easy Greek Pasta Salad

                                                                #ValleyEats – Easy Greek Pasta Salad

                                                                To celebrate a colleague's milestone birthday, Valley's Physiatry Clinic threw together a vegan, low-sodi ...

                                                                To celebrate a colleague's milestone birthday, Valley's Physiatry Clinic threw together a vegan, low-sodium potluck, observing the colleague's dietary restriction due to a rare medical condition. Each ...

                                                                June 27, 2018
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                                                              • Dining with the Docs | Episode 4 – Turkey Lettuce Wraps

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                                                                |Date: August 01, 2017
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                                                                Dining with the Docs | Episode 4 – Turkey Lettuce Wraps

                                                                Dining with the Docs | Episode 4 – Turkey Lettuce Wraps

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

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

                                                                August 01, 2017
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                                                              • Dining with the Docs | Episode 3 – Cauliflower “Mashed Potatoes”

                                                                Posted by Valley Communications
                                                                |Date: July 11, 2017
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                                                                Dining with the Docs | Episode 3 – Cauliflower “Mashed Potatoes”

                                                                Dining with the Docs | Episode 3 – Cauliflower “Mashed Potatoes”

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

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

                                                                July 11, 2017
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                                                              • Get a Fresh Take on Your Food at Local Farmers Markets

                                                                Posted by Valley Communications
                                                                |Date: July 05, 2017
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                                                                Get a Fresh Take on Your Food at Local Farmers Markets

                                                                Get a Fresh Take on Your Food at Local Farmers Markets

                                                                It’s that time again! Summer is here and the local farmers markets are open with farm-fresh, fragrant and ...

                                                                It’s that time again! Summer is here and the local farmers markets are open with farm-fresh, fragrant and plentiful local produce. The Renton Farmers Market is open every Tuesday, 3 – 7 PM, now throug ...

                                                                July 05, 2017
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                                                              • 6 Tips for Helping Your Kids Maintain Healthy Cholesterol

                                                                Posted by Valley Communications
                                                                |Date: April 25, 2017
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                                                                6 Tips for Helping Your Kids Maintain Healthy Cholesterol

                                                                6 Tips for Helping Your Kids Maintain Healthy Cholesterol

                                                                Most people don't worry about high cholesterol until they become adults, but the truth is that cholestero ...

                                                                Most people don't worry about high cholesterol until they become adults, but the truth is that cholesterol can be a problem in childhood. Encourage your child to eat at least five (or more!) daily ser ...

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

                                                                Posted by Valley Communications
                                                                |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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