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Salute Your Health

Welcome to the Salute Your Health Web page! We are dedicated to providing health & wellness information to patients of the VA Palo Alto Health Care System. Healthy Tip: Build healthy red blood cells! Eat these foods rich in folic acid: bananas, tomatoes, oranges, eggs, whole grain breads, spinach, and carrots.   More Tips>> Be a Healthy Role Model for Children! Ten tips for setting good examples. Read more>> ChooseMyPlate.gov The Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion, an organization of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, was established in 1994 to improve the nutrition and well-being of Americans. Read more>> Community Resources in Your Area A list of wellness opportunities in the local area: fitness centers, pools, community centers, and recreation facilities. Read more>> Farmers Market Support your local farmers at the VA Palo Alto Farmers Market!! Starting April 10, the VA Palo Alto Farmers Market will be open every Wednesday in front of the hospital until November 13, 2013. More info is available on our Facebook page. Find a Farmers Market near you! MOVE! Weight Management Program In the MOVE program you will be paired with a healthy living coach who will help you manage your weight and live a healthier life. You'll also find healthy tips and recipes on our MOVE page. Read more>> Nutrition Education Classes VA Palo Alto Health Care System offers a variety of health education classes, including basic nutrition, high blood pressure, diabetes, and weight management. Read more>> Online Resources We have put together a list of websites that can help you on your journey to healthy living. Read more >> Smart Shopping Guide Some food choices are better than others. Next time you're buying groceries, remember these smart shopping tips. Read more >> To Your Health Newsletter Your resource for recipes, health information, articles, and much more! Read more>> Walking for Wellness Did you know that you can exercise at any one of our VA clinics? Check out our walking maps and take a step toward better health. Read more>>

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