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5 Easy Mindfulness Exercises
5 Easy Mindfulness Exercises
Written by Monae Byrne
February 2016
You’ve likely heard of the art of living in the present moment through mindfulness. Maybe you’ve even heard of mindfulness as a healthful way to manage stress, reduce anxiety, or even to help with alleviating symptoms of depression or negative thinking. Beyond managing the emotional aspects of our health, research supports the effects of mindfulness practice…
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For the Love of Pizza!
For the Love of Pizza!
Pizza is delicious, no doubt about it. Unfortunately, this savory treat is often full of unnecessary calories, unhealthy fats, and an abundance of sodium! And while the thought of giving up this delicious food might have you feeling a little let down or even in denial about its true lack of optimal nutrition, don’t you worry! There are ways to create healthier pizza meals, without all the…
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Sometimes I just want to give up on my health goals, but then I look at my life and see that I not only need to live longer for me, but for my kids and grand kids- they are my motivation ~Most of My Clients
Never Too Old to be a Yogi
Did you know that yoga can be for anyone?? There are many classes that are geared towards the 50+ individuals. Generally these classes focus on gentle poses in a standing or seated in a chair position. They do not incorporate difficult and confusing poses, which we often associate with yoga. True yoga is for focusing on meditation and relaxation, while strengthening the core. If you are interested in finding one of these classes, search for nearby community or recreation centers, senior citizen organizations, or local yoga studios to see what is available. If you’d rather try a class in the safety of your home, there are also many yoga DVDs available to the 50+ population.
Updated Dietary Guidelines and What They Mean for You
Written By Monae Byrne
January 2016
You’ve likely encountered numerous nutrition recommendations in the past, suggesting how many calories, fat, carbohydrates, protein, sugar, calcium, and iron is healthy. You’ve likely even seen the Food Guide Pyramid at some point in your life, suggesting you use fats, oils sparingly; load up on bread, cereal, rice, and pasta; and, ensure adequate amounts of fruits, dairy products, meat, and vegetables.
More recently the Food Guide Pyramid was replaced by MyPlate, a diagram recommending that half your plate be filled with fruits and vegetables, and the other half being comprised of whole grains. It also recommends that you make the switch from whole or 2% milk to fat-free or low-fat (1%) milk.
With all the confusion over what amounts of each food group is recommended, and which foods are considered “healthy” vs. “non-healthy,” making sense of it all has left many of us feeling frustrated and even a little dizzy!
The USDA continues to strive for creating the most effective and achievable guidelines for Americans. As such, the Dietary Guidelines continue to be emphasized by health professionals as a roadmap for preventing disease and attaining optimal health.
In 2015, the Dietary Guidelines were updated and released to the public in an effort to inform Americans of modern-day nutrition recommendations. These guidelines include:
1. Follow a healthy eating pattern across the lifespan—emphasizing healthy eating patterns, including getting appropriate levels of calories each day is necessary to support weight, maintain health and prevent disease.
2. Focus on variety, nutrient density, and serving amounts—eating a variety of nutrient-dense foods from all food groups within the recommended caloric range.
3. Limit calories from added sugars and saturated fats and reduce sodium intake—cutting back on high-sugar foods and beverages, along with unhealthy saturated fats and excessive sodium is optimal.
4. Shift to healthier food and beverage choices—replacing foods with unhealthy ingredients with those that are nutrient-dense is a vital part of achieving optimal health. Part of accomplishing this is through an increased understanding of cultural and personal preferences.
5. Support healthy eating patterns for all—regardless of the setting, all individuals should have access to healthy food items, whether in the workplace, school setting, or within the community.
Some KEYPOINTS to consider:
The primary changes in the current 2015 guidelines emphasize the importance of improved weight management aimed at preventing chronic disease—including heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and various types of cancer. Previous guidelines focused primarily on individual nutrient and food groups (i.e., carbohydrates, fats, proteins, dairy, meat, grains, etc.). New guidelines promote overall healthy eating patterns, where sugar and sodium are modified, and beverages are highlighted as contributing to the daily caloric value. In plain sight, this means—eat to maintain a healthy weight throughout your lifespan; focus on nutrient-dense and quality foods; limit your intake of saturated fats, added sugars, and sodium; focus on choosing healthier alternatives to your food and beverages; and, ensure your community promotes healthy eating for all individuals.
For more detailed information, please visit:
http://health.gov/dietaryguidelines/2015/guidelines/
Source:
http://health.gov/dietaryguidelines/2015/guidelines/
Mindful Eating
Written by Monae Byrne
January 2016
We’ve all been told time and again of what to eat, but did you know that it is just important to understand how you eat? It’s easy for us to fix a quick meal and sit in front of the television at home, or even our computer at work to eat. The problem with this behavior is that not only can this take away from the pleasure of eating, but it can also add unnecessary inches to your waistline. In order to prevent this problematic outcome, mindful eating has been proven as a means of improving your entire eating experience.
Reconnecting us with our food, mindful eating is a practice with roots dating back to ancient Buddhist practices. This practice is based on the concept of using varying degrees of consciousness while eating. It deepens our awareness of not only the visual aspect of our foods, but also the smells, textures, flavors, and sensations. While mindful eating has been suggested to enhance our food awareness, it also allows for heightened awareness of the body’s physical cues—such as hunger, satiety (fullness), and even helps with sensing the emotional cues that often result in emotional eating.
Here are some tips on how to eat mindfully:
Eliminate all external distractions. Leave your cell phone, tablet, computer, and television off and away from your eating space. These are constant distractions from giving your full attention to your meal and often interfere with recognizing feelings of fullness and hunger, leading to overeating and contributing to looming weight issues. You might even be amazed at how much more flavorful your food tastes or how delicious it smells!
Experience your food from every angle. Take the time to really SEE your food. Note all the colors on the plate. Notice the textures and shapes. SMELL your food. Does it give of a pungent odor or a hint of a particular spice? Let the food remind you of life’s moments. Does the smell remind you of when you ate in your grandmother’s kitchen as a child? Does it remind you of birthdays and holidays, where friends and family celebrated together? Allow each moment to overwhelm you and to be a part of your meal.
Eat slowly. It generally takes the body and brain about 20 minutes to communicate sensations after taking that first bite of food. By slowing down to savor your food, you are allowing your body to feel full and for your brain to tell you when enough is enough. Oftentimes we overeat because we are rushed. You may even recall times when you felt so full after hurrying through a meal that you are left with regret, or even digestive distress. FEEL the food as you chew it in your mouth. Notice the texture, the heat, the flavor. Notice if it is sweet or salty. Try to pick out individual ingredients. For example, let’s say you are eating a chicken stew. Try to pick out the sweetness of the vegetables. Find the savory flavors of the chicken. What about herbs and spices? Maybe there are some pungent onions or garlic in there too? Can you pick out the saltiness of the broth, or the richness of the oils?
Chew thoroughly. With fast food restaurants, food carts, cafeterias, and vending machines so readily available, food is always at our disposal. We have fallen in the habit of the grab ‘n’ go concept, where we find fast food, go on about our way, and eat so quickly that we’ve nearly forgotten how to chew. Chewing your food is an important part of not only being mindful, but also for allowing the body to begin the digestive process. Did you know that at the first contact with food, the mouth releases saliva and in this saliva are important digestive enzymes?? Amylase is an enzyme that is released in the saliva to help the body with digesting food, particularly carbohydrates. By not focusing on chewing, you skip this essential step of the digestive process. This results in undigested food particles in the digestive tract and even the occasional digestive upset—such as bloating or gas. One helpful tip is to set down your eating utensils after each bite and focus on chewing rather than on your next bite.
Enjoy your eating environment. While you enjoy your food, why not also enjoy your company and your surroundings? Look around you. Are you surrounded by loved ones? Maybe you are eating alone and have the opportunity to sit in peace to embrace this time for yourself. What’s in the room around you? Are there nice photos on the wall? Perhaps birds are chirping outside the window. Or, if you have the fortune to eat outdoors, is there a cool breeze in the air? Maybe there are children laughing and playing nearby. Whatever eating environment you are in, spend time to reflect on each piece that makes your meal special.
Show gratitude. Reflect on the joy you feel from having time to yourself or the comfort you feel from having a loved one nearby. Perhaps you are at a family event and celebrating. Above all else, always show gratitude for the food you’ve been given. Be thankful for its nourishment, for its warmth, for its flavor, for its smells, and for the moments you’ve been given to enjoy it.
Client Case #3: Returning to Weight Loss Program Following Injury and Extreme Weight Gain
Getting back at it following a major issue can be quite difficult. Regardless of your injury, there are so many valuable tools for managing weight even when considering injuries! The first step to take is to get cleared for physical activity by your physician. Based on his or her recommendations, it is imperative to clearly understand to which degree of activity you are cleared to participate in, along with specific therapeutic and nutrition recommendations.
Once you’ve been cleared, be gentle with your body because it likely hasn’t been stressed beyond simple movements in quite some time and much like first learning a new trick, it takes time. Begin with low-impact exercises such as gentle yoga, light walking, water walking or light swimming, and riding a recumbent bike. Once you feel your body getting stronger, begin to slowly increase intensity by adding more weight, more repetitions, or more challenging exercises.
If your doctor has not yet cleared you to begin an exercises program, focus instead on improving the quality and quantity of foods you eat. Portion control and ensuring optimal nutrient-dense foods is the way to go!
Sometimes I just want to give up on my health goals, but then I look at my life and see that I not only need to live longer for me, but for my kids and grand kids- they are my motivation
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For the Love of Pizza!
Written by Monae Byrne
Pizza is delicious, no doubt about it. Unfortunately, this savory treat is often full of unnecessary calories, unhealthy fats, and an abundance of sodium! And while the thought of giving up this delicious food might have you feeling a little let down or even in denial about its true lack of optimal nutrition, don’t you worry! There are ways to create healthier pizza meals, without all the detriment.
Please see below for the caloric value of several pizza brands for your reference. I hope this helps you to determine the effect of your food choices. Also, if you are purchasing a frozen or pre-made pizza variety, always check the label for more precise nutrition facts.
Generally, fat (particularly saturated fat) and sodium will be very high and should be consumed in moderation. Always keep an eye out for hidden ingredients and flavorings.
Pizza Brand/Variety Calories per 2 slices of pizza
Domino’s Cheese Pizza 554 calories
DiGiorno Pepperoni Pizza 1098 calories
Papa John’s Pepperoni Pizza 676 calories
Little Caesar Cheese Pizza 296 calories
Kashi Pizza Mediterranean 582 calories
Pizza Hut Super Supreme Pizza 610 calories
Try these tips on for size the next time you are making homemade pizza:
http://greatist.com/health/make-healthier-pizza
Client Case #2: Dealing With a Persistent Appetite
A lot of times, the main reason for a persistent appetite has to do with food quality rather than food quantity. Portion sizes are very important, but if you find yourself still hungry, you are either not eating the right foods for weight loss or you are doing the wrong exercises. Some examples of food choices that will leave you hungry:
• Eating junky carbs and not enough veggies
• Not eating enough lean protein and fiber
• Not drinking enough fluids
Concentrate on food quality and calorie distribution throughout the day. Try things like:
• Eat more calories during breakfast and lunch
• Have a good dose of protein with each meal
• Never eat carbs without protein
• Have some good fat at every meal
• Eat plenty of fiber
• Get some of that fiber from raw veggies (lots of chewing!)
• Drink plenty of water
• Have some protein and healthy fat, plus fiber with every meal, to provide satiety as well as slow the emptying time of the stomach.
• Try an apple and some nuts/seeds
• Start keeping a food diary of what you are eating. Note how much you eat and how you are feeling when you eat – is it true hunger, or is it related to boredom, depression, stress, anxiety, excitement, or fun? It may bring awareness to your eating habits.
Client Case #1: Battling Multiple Surgeries and Excess Weight
Case Topic: Had multiple surgeries and trying to safely lose weight, while managing inflammation and preventing further injury.
Following multiple surgeries and with trying to better manage weight can be quite challenging. Many will diet and exercise while simultaneously depriving the body of good nutrition, which is a key factor in successful weight loss and for managing inflammation. My first suggestion is to work with your physician on ways to safely engage in exercise following your previous injuries and surgeries. Determine which types of activities will be most effective for you. Some suggestions to ask about include swimming or riding a recumbent bike, which are both lower in impact.
Depending on your physician’s recommendations, focusing on your diet might be the most effective weight management tool. Focusing on 5-6 small meals per day, abundant with nutrition-dense foods will provide ample calories, without overdoing it. Focus on foods that work to fight inflammation, such as:
o Colorful fruits and vegetables: berries, cherries, oranges, papaya, pineapple, tomatoes, peppers (especially hot peppers), and green leafy vegetables (such as collard greens, spinach, chard, and kale)
o Oils: olive oil, flax oil, sesame oil, almond oil, avocado oil, macadamia nut oil, and fish oil
o Nuts and seeds: almonds, walnuts, pecans, macadamia nuts, sesame seeds, flax seeds, pumpkin seeds, and sunflower seeds
o Fatty fish: sardines, mackerel, and salmon
How to Use a Foam Roller
Written by Monae Byrne
January 2016
Maybe you’ve heard of using a foam roller before, or maybe you’ve even given it a try a time or two. Whether you’re a seasoned foam roller or a newbie to this technique, let this information guide you towards improved rolling and improved muscle healing!
What is Foam Rolling, you ask?
Foam rolling is a self-myofascial release (SMR) stretching technique used by many to decrease the muscle soreness that often follows exercise sessions. Some of the benefits achieved through rolling include:
ü Reduced muscle imbalances
ü Improved muscle relaxation
ü Increased flexibility
ü Improved blood circulation
ü Faster and more effective muscle recovery
*Some evidence suggests that when combined with your body weight, a foam roller can be as effective as a post-workout massage.
A foam roller is simply a cylindrical piece of extruded hard-celled foam. They are generally available in 1-foot or 3-foot lengths and are available in soft and high density foam. Note: The denser the athlete, the more dense the roller should be.
Recommended Muscle Groups
§ Calves
§ Thighs (Inner & Outer)
§ Hamstrings & Glutes
§ Hips
§ Buttocks
§ Lats & Back (Along the spine)
For those that have never tried foam rolling before, it may be awkward or a little painful at first. Just know that by focusing on proper positioning and consistency, you will become more and more comfortable—so stick with it!
But, how does it work?
The pressure you place on your muscles during the rolling technique aids in the release of fascia adhesions (connective tissue knots, which limit function and circulation of the muscles). Rolling will help to “untangle” these knots and stretch out the targeted muscles.
When to use:
There is no definite timeframe on when to use, however, it is suggested to begin with using before and/or after a workout. Rolling before will aid in decreasing muscle density and promoting a better warm-up. Rolling after a workout may help the muscles to recover sooner and decrease soreness.
How to use:
By slowly rolling onto the targeted area, you should be able to feel the most tender spot of the chosen muscle group. Using your arms for balance and support, hold on this spot while relaxing the targeted muscles for 30-90 seconds, while keeping your core stable. Relax your breathing to ensure your muscles are given your full attention. Once you feel the release of the connective tissue, slowly roll to a comfortable and neutral position, where you can safely stand or move onto the next muscle group as needed.
KEY POINTS TO REMEMBER
§ Foam rolling is not appropriate for everyone—individuals with congestive heart failure, kidney failure, or any other organ failure, as well as, those with bleeding disorders, contagious skin conditions, severe physical injuries, should avoid this technique. If you are pregnant or nursing, please speak with your physician before foam rolling. If you have mobility issues and find it difficult to lie on the floor, please avoid this technique. If you have a medical issue, please seek the advice of your medical provider before engaging in foam rolling activities.
§ It is important to take your time to learn the proper techniques with foam rolling to prevent injury and to get the greatest benefit. Much like other physical activities, practice makes perfect and patience is key!
§ Fun fact: Similar to foam rolling, rolling a tennis ball under the ball and arch of your foot can help to ease foot pains!
Sources:
Clark, M. (n.d.). Self Myofascial Release Techniques. Retrieved from http://www.performbetter.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/PBOnePieceView?storeId=10151&catalogId=10751&pagename=91
Foam rolling as a recovery tool after an intense bout of physical activity. (2014). Retrieved from: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24343353
Kuhland, J. (n.d.). What Is a Foam Roller, How Do I Use It, and Why Does It Hurt? Retrieved from http://breakingmuscle.com/mobility-recovery/what-is-a-foam-roller-how-do-i-use-it-and-why-does-it-hurt
Tips for Setting & Achieving Your New Year’s Resolutions
Written by Monae Byrne
January 2016
It’s that time of year again when the chill in the air, the smell of fresh pine, and the sounds of “Auld Lang Syne” remind us of the promise of a new and better year to come. Like many people, you’ve probably made a New Year’s resolution or two in the past. And like most, you’ve possibly felt discouraged at keeping these resolutions and have given up. Did you know that each year approximately 45% of American adults make at least one resolution? Sadly enough, nearly 25% of those resolutions fail within the first week, and almost half of the resolutions have been dropped after 6 months.
Whether you’ve vowed to lose weight, eat healthier, exercise more, quit smoking, reduce stress, or any other goal, there are ways to overcome the frustrations of sticking with your resolutions and to help you become a healthier YOU!
Follow these tips for sticking with your New Year’s resolutions:
1. Set Realistic Goals. It’s so easy for us to fall into resolution pitfall by setting unreachable goals. Telling yourself you’ll lose 75 pounds before your Hawaiian vacation in May is not as realistic as telling yourself that you want to strive for a healthy weight loss of 1-2 pounds per week. Setting goals that are specific and realistic means that you are able to make lifestyle changes in a more achievable and sustainable manner.
Examples:
“I will walk for at least 30 minutes per day, at least 5 days per week”
“I add at least 1 extra serving of dark leafy greens to my dinner at least 3 days per week”
“I will join my friend Suzie at a local yoga class at least 2 times per month”
2. Plan for Change. Habits and behaviors are not easy to change without first planning, and assuming you can easily change these long-term habits often leads to failure. Simply telling yourself that you want to lose weight does not give you the opportunity you deserve for achieving this goal. Set a timeline of when you’d like to see this change and how you will achieve each step of your journey. If weight loss is your goal, plan for daily, weekly, and monthly targets and keep a journal handy for tracking these changes. Include a list of the tools and resources available for you to work towards each point on your timeline.
Examples of Resources:
· Journal to track physical activity, meals, stress, and sleep
· Websites with tips, tricks and tools for supporting your goals
· Phone apps that send reminders to stay motivated
· Friends or family members that hold you accountable
· Sticky notes placed in highly visible locations around your home or office
· Daily motivation and self-affirmations placed in a jar or notebook, or on a refrigerator or mirror
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Journaling Example:
Monday: Physical Activity—Walk/Jog for 35 minutes—felt great and loved the sunshine!
Nutrition—Ate 3 balanced meals and 2 snacks
Breakfast: Oatmeal with Blueberries
Snack: Handful of Almonds
Lunch: Grilled Salmon Salad with Light Vinaigrette Dressing
Snack: Plain Greek Yogurt & ½ Grapefruit
Dinner: Wild Rice with Sautéed Vegetables & Grilled Chicken Breast
*Stayed on track and felt full all day long. Practiced portion control too!
Stress Relief—Practiced deep breathing for 10 minutes before bed—really relaxing.
Sleep—10:00pm-6:45am woke feeling energized and ready for the day!
3. Expect Setbacks. Be patient with yourself when you feel you’ve hit a plateau or if you feel as though you weren’t as successful at working towards your health goals as you’d like. An occasional slip isn’t worth giving up your ultimate resolutions, although they should be acknowledged and learned from. If you eat too many calories, or do not make the time to make it to the gym, forgive yourself and get right back to it the next day with a little extra motivation in mind. These setbacks are not worth the overarching success you’ll achieve. Acknowledging them as a part of the process and accepting yourself is part of you becoming the healthiest you can be.
4. Listen to Your Body. You are going to have days that are more stressful or that require a little extra motivation to keep you on track. By listening to the cues from your body, adapt and stay engaged in your healthy resolutions as much as possible. If you are feeling under the weather, rest. If you feel that you cannot push as hard at the gym, slow down. Just by becoming more mindful of what your body needs, you are already creating an opportunity for managing your lifestyle changes. Take note of these days in your journal and learn how to better adapt with future setbacks. This takes time, but is well worth it.
5. Reward Yourself. Give yourself credit for all your hard work. It’s so easy for us to be hard on ourselves when we fail at something, and so difficult to celebrate our successes. Celebrate your achievements, regardless of how large or small. Give yourself permission to reap the rewards of sticking with your resolutions and do so in a meaningful way. If losing weight is your New Year’s resolution, use your reward to celebrate your weight loss achievements. Have you been eyeing a new wardrobe? Perhaps a romantic getaway? What about dining at a fancy new restaurant in town? Regardless of what aspires you, allow this to motivate you to stick with your goals!
Tip: try placing a dollar in a “Reward Jar” for each day of success. If you have a set-back day, remove a dollar. Use this reward to treat yourself to that something special.
Source:
Auld Lang Syne: Success predictors, change processes, and self-reported outcomes of New Year's resolvers and nonresolvers, by John C. Norcross, Marci S. Mrykalo, Matthew D. Blagys , University of Scranton. Journal of Clinical Psychology, Volume 58, Issue 4 (2002).
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Health and Safety Fair in Monroe WA in Monroe
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Health and Safety Fair in Monroe WA
Join us on May 29th and 30th at the Rairdon Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram of Monroe auto dealership for free FBI quality digital fingerprint and photographs from one of the top child safety programs in the country! The Keeping Kids Safe Project will take a child’s fingerprints and send them home with parents. Parents can use the record to turn directly over to authorities anywhere in the world to instantly aid in an investigation. There will also be community organizations present to provide safety information for families. The child safety fair will take place on Friday May 29th from 3PM – 7PM and Saturday May 30th from 10AM – 4PM. Rairdon Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram of Monroe is located at 16413 W Main Street Monroe, WA. If you have any questions, you can contact Danielle at [email protected] or call 319-290-2429.
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doTERRA Education Summit - Seattle in Bellevue
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doTERRA Education Summit - Seattle
Come meet doTERRA's Founding Executive Team, Scientific Advisory Board physicians, and top Wellness Advocate leaders as they educated and inspire you to create an abundant life of wellness. Our experienced presenters will share their wealth of knowledge about wellness and opportunity topics. You won't want to miss this! These events are great for brand new and prospective Wellness Advocates as well as our seasoned leaders. WHERE Meydenbauer Center 11100 Northeast 6th Street Bellevue, WA *30 minutes from downtown Seattle WHEN Friday, May 29th (1:00 pm – 5:00 pm) Saturday, May 30th (9:00 am – 5:00 pm) PRESENTER LINE UP We are excited to announce the following presenters that will be joining us for this event, stay tuned as we announce additional presenters as the event nears! Corey Lindley, CFO, EVP Greg Cook, EVP, International Tory Parker, PhD, Director R&D Dr. David Steuer, DMD, MS, MMsC, Member of SAB Nicole Stevens, MSc Justin Harrison, Master WA, Double Diamond REGISTER TODAY and receive a FREE 15 mL doTERRA Balance Oil, a $26 value. Seats are limited, so be sure to get your tickets early. Other doTERRA Education Summits happening in May: Dallas (May 15th and 16th) and Nashville (May 29th and 30th). *In order to assist us in maintaining an environment for learning we ask that no children under the age of 14 are allowed to attend, except for nursing infants. *ASL Interpretation is available, please be sure to select this option during registration if requesting.
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This event repeats daily until May 30, 2015: May 29, May 30
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Healthy Lives Matter: Leading the Way to Health Equity in Tacoma
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Healthy Lives Matter: Leading the Way to Health Equity
Leaders in Women’s Health is a Tacoma-based advocacy group for health in communities of color. We invite you to be a part of our “Healthy Lives Matter” Summit, a special community conversation to be held on Thursday, May 28, 2015 (7:30am to 11:30am) at the STAR Center.
The summit will feature Gary Gunderson and Teresa Cutts, national health leaders responsible for the Memphis Model that changed the narrative on breast cancer for that community through establishing a close partnership among the health system, churches and other faith based organizations.
We will engage 200+ Tacoma citizens in a community conversation about health and how we take ownership of our own health agenda in Pierce County.
What are the goals? Leaders in Women’s Health is committed to:
Developing innovative ways to reach this under-served population to access screenings early
Identify and address the barriers that African American women face as it relates to their health
Ensure that any work/effort this task force takes on is embedded in the African American community by using churches as its anchor institution
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