Nine out of 10 people with prediabetes do not know that they have it. This statistic from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is alarming. At the Verdant Health Commission, we want to help our community members identify if they are at risk of developing diabetes and find support to prevent or manage it.
Lutheran Community Services Northwest (LCSNW) is working to help underserved residents of South Snohomish County learn more about their health and ways to improve it.
People with chronic kidney disease can reduce its progression and stabilize kidney function when they manage their health and lifestyle.
How do non-English speakers access health and wellness education? For first-generation immigrants, the answer may be that they simply don’t. The Verdant Health Commission partnered with Korean Women’s Association to make it easier for Korean speakers to learn how to manage their health and navigate the health care system.
Verdant is offering two NEW programs for individuals ready to commit to improving nutrition and increasing physical activity starting in June 2018. You’ll benefit from small groups, being engaged, deeper knowledge, and take-home activities.
Learn MoreTry this delicious and flavor-filled salmon taco recipe.
Learn MoreHow can my diet help treat the symptoms of IBS? Your doctor may recommend changes in your diet to help treat symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).
Learn MoreOmega-3 fatty acids are a group of polyunsaturated fatty acids that are important for a number of functions in the body. Here are 7 things you should know about omega-3s.
Learn MoreSo, we’ve made it through the first month of 2018. How are your New Year’s Resolutions going? If you just expelled a huge sigh of exhaustion, you are not alone. This next month is when things tend to fall apart if you fail to reflect on your resolutions. Remind yourself why you are doing what you are doing, and come up with a healthy, cost-effective reward to treat yourself for making it through the second month of the year.
Learn MoreEggs can be a great source of protein for growing kiddos! Eggs can also be tons of fun to cook and bake with.
Get young children involved in the kitchen with simple tasks like cracking eggs, beating yolks and whites with a fork, or peeling hard-boiled eggs. Older kids can gain skills working with a heat source to cook eggs or may enjoy learning about the more complex scientific functions of eggs in a combination recipe, like angel food cake!
Evidence is mounting that a healthy diet can help protect you from some diseases. What you eat — or don’t eat — may help prevent heart disease, cancer, osteoporosis, and type 2 diabetes. With this in mind, here’s how to use your diet to help reduce your risk of disease.
Learn MoreWhen a grain is processed, or refined, at least one of the components is removed from the grain. One of the many reasons why whole grains are a smart choice is that they contain FIBER!
Learn MoreIt can be challenging to serve healthy meals when you’re trying to save money. Consider serving budget-friendly meatless meals once or twice a week. Meatless meals are built around beans, lentils, vegetables, and whole grains. These plant-based proteins tend to be less expensive and offer more health benefits than meat.
Learn MoreThe Verdant Community Wellness Center cooking demo class on Summer Salads in June filled up quickly — but you can still try the recipes offered during that class on your own. Read on for more information.
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