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Celebrate Earth Day: Easy Ways to Help Our Planet
As advocates for Texan health and well-being, we understand the vital role our planet plays in supporting our collective health. With Earth Day approaching, it’s an opportunity to reflect on how even the smallest of actions can contribute to a…
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March 28, 2024

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Celebrate Easter the Healthy Way
Easter is almost here, and it’s a time for fun with family and friends. But did you know you can also make it a healthy celebration? As a public health nonprofit working to increase health access in Texas, we’ve got…
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March 14, 2024

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Springing forward for your health
As the days grow longer and the temperature begins to rise, springtime brings with it a sense of renewal. It’s a time for shedding the winter blues and embracing new beginnings, especially when it comes to our health and well-being.…
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March 10, 2024

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Spreading Kindness for Better Health: A Pathway to Well-being
Welcome to Week 6 of Community Challenge and Random Acts of Kindness Week! At It’s Time Texas we believe that kindness is not just a virtue, but a powerful force for improving both individual well-being and community health. As we…
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February 11, 2024

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Overcoming Health Challenges
Embarking on the path to a healthier life means addressing common challenges that can make it hard to stay active. This blog will show you simple ways to tackle issues like not having enough time, bad weather, or not knowing…
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January 27, 2024

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Unlocking the Power of Aerobic Activity
As we embark on week 2 of our 8-week Community Challenge to improve our health, we’re diving into the world of aerobic activity. It is a key element in transforming your lifestyle and reducing the risk of preventable diseases. Let’s…
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January 14, 2024

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Fun and Active Ways to Keep Your Family Healthy
Week 1: Community Challenge: Let’s GO! Do you want to ensure that your children develop healthy habits and stay active? Let’s explore some fun exercises and games that can be enjoyed as a family and encourage physical activity.    Physical activity…
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January 8, 2024

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Transform Your Health in 2024
A Guide to Successful New Year’s Resolutions through Accountability and Community Challenge. As we embark on a new year, the promise of a fresh start often leads us to set ambitious resolutions aimed at improving our lives. At It’s Time…
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January 4, 2024

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Forming healthy habits and setting goals that stick
  As we approach the end of the year, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the health goals we set for ourselves at the beginning of the year. Have you managed to stay on track, or have the challenges…
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December 28, 2023

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Managing Stress
Handling stress during the holidays is something we all deal with, and it can affect how we feel physically and emotionally. But the good news is we can do things to handle stress better and take care of ourselves by…
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December 14, 2023

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Family Health History Day: How Talking to Family Can Help Your Health
During the holidays, when families come together, is a great time to talk about something very important – your family’s health history. As a statewide public health nonprofit, we’re all about providing support and resources to improve health and wellness.…
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November 23, 2023

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Diabetes: Understanding the Risk, Prevalence, and Prevention 
Diabetes is a widespread health concern affecting millions of lives across the nation. In this blog, we’ll unravel the complexities of diabetes, its prevalence in Texas compared to the U.S., and the steps you can take to manage and prevent…
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November 2, 2023

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7 Stretches to Keep You in the Game
Here are some stretches you can do from the couch to help relieve tension and improve flexibility while your’re cheering for the Texas Rangers and watching the World Series! Couch Neck Stretch: Sit on the edge of your couch with…
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October 27, 2023

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How to Change Your Life and Your Habits When Life Is Busy
Life can get seriously crazy, right? It’s easy for our healthy routines to go MIA when work, family, and other commitments are all competing for our attention.  Even when it feels like there’s no time left in the day, there…
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October 26, 2023

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Decoding Food Labels and Making Informed Choices!
As we embark on our health improvement journey, it’s essential to decipher the seemingly obscure language of food labels. Let’s unravel the truth behind common claims found on our favorite products: “All Natural”: While products labeled as “all-natural” can’t have…
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October 19, 2023