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While snacking can be a great way to include more fruits and veggies in the diet, it can also lead to weight gain and unhealthy habits forming when done on an impulse. When the urge to snack strikes, ask yourself the following three questions to determine if you are actually hungry, or giving into an unhealthy craving or emotional need rather than physical hunger: 1. Do I feel hungry? Sounds like an easy enough question right? Often times we eat without truly taking the time to question whether or not we are really hungry. If the answer is yes, move on to question 2. 2. Have I had enough water today? The brain can easily mistake thirst and dehydration for hunger cues. If you have not drunk enough water, drink 8 to 16 ounces and re-evaluate in 30 minutes whether you are actuallly hungry, or were experiencing a misinterpreted cue. If you have had enough water, move on to question 3. 3. Would I eat a fruit or vegetable? If you are not willing to eat a healthy food, chances are your snack craving is more impulse-based than hunger-based. If your answer to this question is yes, then snack away! Just make sure you are eating a healthy snack including fruits or veggies, and as well as some form of protein, such as apple slices with peanut butter or carrots and hummus. • Learn more about the local Y at www.seattleymca.org/ Locations/Snoqualmie/Pages/Home.aspx.
Announcing New Doctor
Tricia Nielsen DO Family Practice Starts Monday July 22, 2013 Call to schedule an appointment today!
Family doctor Snoqualmie Ridge Medical Clinic welcomes Tricia Nielson
Dr. Tricia Nielsen has joined the Snoqualmie Ridge Medical Clinic team and will be seeing patients starting July 22. Nielsen is board-certified in family medicine. “Three of the most important attributes a physician can have are the ability to listen, to communicate effectively and to empathize,” she stated. “As a primary care provider, I strive to model these attributes. I believe that by developing a teamwork approach with my patients, we can better accomplish mutual goals in both preventive care and in the treatment of long-term medical issues.” Nielsen earned her doctorate at Midwestern University, Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine, in 2009 and completed an internship in internal medicine at Good Samaritan Hospital in Corvallis, Ore., in 2010. She completed her residency at Lakeside Medical
Center in Belle Glade, Fla., this year, where she specialized in family medicine. “We are very excited to have Dr. Nielsen join our team,” Dr. Kimberly Witkop, vice president of Medical Affairs, stated. “She possesses an excellent blend of education and knowledge with a passion for community healthcare.” Dr. tricia Nielson The Ridge Medical Center provides a wide range of services, from routine health examinations to managing chronic conditions. Their medical team promotes good health through preventive medicine, health screenings and education. If you should need a specialist, they coordinate care with experts in the field. The clinic is located at 35020 S.E. Kinsey St., Snoqualmie. Office hours are 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays. To learn more about the Snoqualmie Ridge Medical Clinic, or schedule an appointment, call (425) 396-7682 or visit www.svhd4.org and click on the “Clinics” tab.
Six dimensions of wellness: Lunch and Learn Snoqualmie Valley Hospital District’s next Lunch and Learn, noon to 1 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 1, presents the Six Dimensions of Wellness: Exploring the Elements of a Well-Balanced Life. Speaker Megan Worzella, director of Healthy Living for the Snoqualmie YMCA, will discuss how applying this model can lead to greater health and happiness. The August class will be held at Snoqualmie Valley YMCA, 35018 SE Ridge St., Snoqualmie. Admission and lunch are free. Space is limited, so register early. To sign up, go to www.snoqualmiehospital.org/community/lunch-learn.
Affordable Access: Primary health care Snoqualmie Valley Hospital’s Affordable Access services include: • Physical exams • Acute illnesses • Minor injuries • Immunizations • Chronic disease management • Lab testing and X-rays Program participants: Individuals, families and employers with no health insurance or high insurance deductibles Membership fees: • $45 one-time setup fee • $30 per member per month • $5 co-pay per visit Location: Snoqualmie Ridge Medical Clinic, 35020 SE Kinsey St., Snoqualmie For more information, call (425) 831-3430, e-mail affordableaccess@snoqualmiehospital.org or visit www.svhd4.org and click Affordable Access.
Snoqualmie Ridge Medical Clinic
Joanna Hagen MN, ARNP Family Practice
Alan Johnson MD Family Practice
Rachel Robison MN, ARNP Family Practice
John M. Gray MD Family Practice
Ronald Spiegel MD Pediatrics
Now Open Saturdays 9-1 M-F Hours 8-6 Call (425) 396-7682 www.SVHD4.org
Affordable Access Program - Clinic Care for $30 a month, $5 a visit. Watch short video clip online.
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Snack attack! Y shares tips for comprehending your hunger cues
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