Balanced You offers health and well-being options to support employees so you can feel good, get the most out of life, and do your best work for the people of King County.
February marks the time of heart-filled boxes of chocolates and heart-shaped Valentine’s Day cards. February is also American Heart Month, a time when all people are encouraged to focus on their cardiovascular health. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for people in the United States. A heart-healthy lifestyle can reduce your risk of... Continue Reading →
As the holidays approach, you may be craving your auntie’s classic sweet potato pie or your grandpa's famous macaroni and cheese, and you can do so guilt free with Omada. Maintaining a commitment to eating and staying healthy during the holidays can be a challenge. King County offers programs to help you enjoy the festivities... Continue Reading →
Ready to build healthier habits? Tracking your food and exercise can help! If you ever find yourself with a sense of dread when it comes to tracking, join WeightWatchers’ (WW) head of Behavior Change, Dr. Allison Grupski, and Sophie Webb, WW Coach, for a conversation about why tracking works and how you can actually find... Continue Reading →
Pike Place Market is bringing local farmers and food vendors to downtown Seattle workers and residents for an extra few weeks by extending the City Hall Express Farmers Market until August 29. Pike Place Market Express Farmers Markets are a great way to enjoy fresh produce, flowers, and delicious hot lunches while supporting local producers... Continue Reading →
In honor of American Heart Month, Balanced You's partner, Omada, is sharing a delicious and easy way to support your heart health. Omada is a free service to King County employees that helps you lose weight, gain energy, and improve your overall health. They match you with a health coach you can message anytime. Click... Continue Reading →
This year, try a new approach to healthy habits with Omada, a personalized program that surrounds you with the tools and support you need to reach your health goals, whether that’s preventing diabetes, managing diabetes, or improving your overall health. King County offers Omada to help you build healthy habits that stick, one small change... Continue Reading →
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Every other Wednesday, Balanced You hosts Coffee Connections, a chance to connect socially and meet new people across the county. On Wednesday, Sept. 1, the Coffee Connection theme was all about fall recipes. We got some great ideas and yummy recipes to share with everyone who couldn't make the event. Don't miss next Coffee Connections... Continue Reading →
As more of the world opens up, we’ve heard from employees their desire to recommit to health goals that may have taken a back seat during the COVID-19 pandemic. First off, Balanced You wants to acknowledge the intensity of the pandemic and remind you that you have done your best amidst a high stress and... Continue Reading →
March is National Nutrition month, which is a great time to find new cooking inspiration and learn how to add more nutrition to your daily meals. Balanced You is highlighting recipes and tips available through our program partner, WW (Weight Watchers reimagined). Learn more about WW WW is a reimagined, flexible approach to improving overall... Continue Reading →
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