Fitness
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Diabetes Crisis in Mid Valley Latino Communities
In the Mid Valley region, encompassing communities such as El Monte, South El Monte, Baldwin Park, Rosemead, and Irwindale, the prevalence of diabetes, particularly among Latino residents, has become a significant public health concern. Latinos, who represent a substantial portion of this region’s population, are disproportionately affected by diabetes, mirroring national trends that highlight socioeconomic,…
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San Gabriel Valley’s Top Parks for Health
In the bustling corridor of the San Gabriel Valley, residents and visitors of cities like El Monte, South El Monte, Baldwin Park, Rosemead, and Irwindale have access to a wealth of green spaces that offer not only a break from urban life but also a multitude of health benefits. Three parks in particular provide a…
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Pride of the Valley Returns to Baldwin Park
The 29th Annual Pride of the Valley 5K Run & Walk is set to bring excitement and energy back to Baldwin Park on Saturday, Aug. 3, at Morgan Park (4100 Baldwin Park Blvd.). This beloved summer tradition features the Pride of the Valley 5K, the High School Road Race 5K, the half-mile Tike Trot, and…
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The Importance of Physical Fitness
One of the simplest and most effective ways to bring down blood glucose levels, cut the risk of cardiovascular disease, and improve overall health and well-being is physical fitness and exercise. Yet, in our increasingly sedentary world, where almost every essential task can be performed online, from the driver’s seat, or with a phone call,…
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Health Insurance:Be Informed and Make A Wise Choice
It’s no surprise that medical costs keep increasing – often faster than we can afford them. Now, more than ever, it’s important to get the best medical insurance coverage you can afford. There are lots of insurance plans exclusively for personal health care. Many individuals can’t take advantage of health benefits because their employer didn’t…
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5 Reasons Why Your Scale is Stuck
(StatePoint) Are You in a Weight Loss Plateau? So, you took the leap and signed up for a weight loss program. But once you got started, it was a whole different story. While you may feel like you’re doing everything to a T, the scale is stuck and you can’t figure out why. Plateaus are…