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Month: February 2018
Green Tea to Your Health
By Noor Nouaillati, Recent ASU Nutrition Student We all know that green tea has become very popular and that it’s now being used for treating…
Antioxidants and Phytochemicals
By Laura Slatalla, Recent ASU Nutrition Student Sometimes normal processes in our bodies result in unstable free radicals, which damage other cells on contact and…
All About the Pork
By Emily Carver, Recent ASU Nutrition Student Pork has always been referred to as the “other white meat” but it may be surprising to know…
3 Ways to Workout with Your Kids
By Emily Carver, Recent ASU Nutrition Student Working out. Those two words alone can make anyone cringe. Just the thought of working out can make…
The Connection Between Childhood Obesity and Chronic Diseases
By Jessica Bombase, Recent ASU Nutrition Student 1 in 5 “school-aged” children are obese, according to the CDC. This statistic really scares me. This is…
Fill Your Plate with Watermelon
By Kevann Jordan, Recent ASU Nutrition Student This delicious melon requires a long growing season; Arizona’s warm climate is perfect for thriving watermelon cultivation.…
Fill Your Plate with Cabbage
By Sarah Levesque, Recent ASU Nutrition Student We grow lots of cabbage and bok choy in Arizona during the winter. Here’s why it’s so healthy.…
The Fill Your Plate Blog is Pouring its Heart into Healthy Eating
By Bailey Roden, Arizona Farm Bureau Intern The month of February isn’t just about hearts of love, but also healthy hearts. During this month many…
Ginger-Mushroom Spring Rolls
By Cameron Saylor, Recent ASU Nutrition Student Spring is around the corner. Okay, in Arizona it’s already here. When I think of spring I think…
Quality Carbohydrates
By Alise Robers, Recent ASU Nutrition Student The most important thing about carbohydrates is the type you choose to eat. Carbohydrates include sugars, starches, and…
The Do’s and Don’t of Your Valentine Weekend
By Bailey Roden, Arizona Farm Bureau Intern The day that every hopeless romantic waits on is quickly approaching. That’s right you guessed it! I’m talking…
Our Latest Posts
The Power of Protein and Fiber: How Your Diet Could Improve Your Sleep
By Julie Murphree, Arizona Farm Bureau Director of Strategic Communications A good night’s sleep is often elusive in our fast-paced world, but new research…
How I’m Using Portion Control, Calorie Counting, and a Deficit to Hit My Fitness Goals
By Joel Carr, Arizona Farm Bureau Strategic Communications Manager For the past few months, I’ve been on a mission not just to lose weight but…
