Sometimes called Lady’s Fingers, okra’s mild flavor is like eggplant or green beans. It is low in calories, rich in antioxidants and a good source of fiber. 1 cup raw okra provides: 33 calories, 2 gm protein, 3 gm fiber, no fat and no cholesterol Potential benefits of consuming okra: Contains anti-inflammatory antioxidants vitamin
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Coast Community Staff and one willing volunteer played hard in a 4 on 4 basketball tournament sponsored by Coos Health and Wellness, this spring. The tournament, hosted at the Salvation Army gym, was also a canned food drive to benefit the host. Competition was fierce, but all in good fun. In addition to the Coast
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The Bandon Chamber of Commerce hosted their annual Small Business Fair April 29th at the Barn Community Event Center. The event featured businesses in variety of avenues from restaurants, shops, and breweries to fitness, healthcare, and landscaping. Coast Community Health center staff presented information about our various outreach services and specifically highlighted our newest provider,
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Get to know our newest health providers! Richard Standiford, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, has over thirty years’ experience providing counseling and case management for those diagnosed with mental illness and chemical abuse. Valerie Lodge, Family Nurse Practitioner, joined the Coast Community Health Center team from Washington, where she served as a rural health family
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