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February 2016

Community Update
  verdanthealth.org
 
NEWS
Less than 2 weeks left to register for the Verdant Healthier Community Conference
We at the Verdant Health Commission are gearing up for the Healthier Community Conference, taking place from 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 29 at the Lynnwood Convention Center. This is the one day this year where we can gather as a community in South Snohomish County to focus on our health and well-being, be inspired by experts and each other, and gather tips to live our healthiest and happiest lives. Anyone is welcome to register, and the price to attend is $49 (scholarships are available), which includes a healthy breakfast and lunch. Registration is encouraged by Friday, Feb. 19. We hope to see you there!
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TIPS & INFO
Heart Month: Learn about the DASH diet for blood pressure, cholesterol
February is Heart Month, and what better way to take care of your heart than to take better control of your blood pressure and cholesterol? The Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) Diet is a flexible and balanced eating plan that helps create a heart-healthy eating style for life.
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Is sitting disease affecting you?
Do you have “sitting disease”? Learn more about this topic during the Verdant Healthier Community Conference on Monday, Feb. 29.
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Recipe: Mediterranean fish fillets
We at the Verdant Health Commission love the Mediterranean diet approach to eating — with greater emphasis on vegetables, fruit, nuts, legumes, whole grains, fish/seafood and olive oil. We found this Mediterranean fish fillet recipe from the Mayo Clinic and wanted to share.
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FEATURED PROGRAM
EVENTS
  
February 16
at 6:00 p.m.


Lifestyle Change Check-In
Stay on track with healthy changes to your diet and physical activity by participating in this free opportunity! The Lifestyle Change Check-Ins will continue to take place on a drop-in basis (no registration necessary) on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday each month.
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February 18
at 7:00 p.m.


Communicating with Teens About Difficult Topics: Mental Health & Illness, Substance Abuse & Suicide
Parent/child relationships are particularly challenging during the time when a teen is defining his/her own separate self. This presentation will give information about how to build communication so families can approach difficult topics, like mental health, substance abuse and suicide.
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February 25
at 6:00 p.m.


Lower Blood Pressure & Cholesterol with the DASH Diet
February is Heart Month – so let’s do the DASH! Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) is a flexible and balanced eating plan that helps create a heart-healthy eating style for life. It has been shown to be beneficial specifically for lowering blood pressure, cholesterol and helping people meet a healthy weight.
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