Blog
Month: January 2019
A History of Food Additives
By Angela Bates A Recent ASU Nutrition Student Many times in history, feeding masses with little to no money was an issue. Other times, food…
Fill your Plate: Hidden veggies and fun snack for kids
By Sandra J., Dietetic Intern at the University of Arizona Making meals and snacks that your kids will eat and like can be challenging. As…
Seven Layer Bars/ Pear Cobbler
By Stephen Gruner a Recent ASU Nutrition Student Seven Layer Bars are a favorite dessert in my family. Anytime they are baked, the entire…
Expecting? Take Your Folic Acid Supplement
By Cameron Saylor a Recent ASU Nutrition Student Folic acid is an essential B vitamin for DNA production as well as the production and maintenance…
Saffron, the Gold Standard of Spices
By Kevann Jordan Recent ASU Nutrition Student I was recently introduced to a new flavor at a restaurant in Pheonix, at Fuego Bistro. I ordered…
The Humble Sweet Potato
By Morgan Crawford a recent ASU student Did you know that sweet potatoes are in season? Ah, the humble sweet potato. Such a simple…
Mom’s Show Day Banana Bread
By Savannah Burt, Fill Your Plate Contributing Writer Growing up, I spent more time in the barn than I did in my actual…
Aunt T’s Enchiladas
By Alexandra Pettit, Arizona Farm Bureau Intern In my family when we were having enchiladas you knew it was going to be a good time.…
The Blended Waffle Home
By Annily Hawks I am sure you have heard of the famous Waffle House restaurant, most recognizable by their yellow signs and welcoming atmosphere. I…
The Art of Mindful Eating: Slowing Down to Savor the Moment
By Cecelia Wilken, Recent ASU Nutrition Student When was the last time you ate? Maybe a few hours ago? Can you recall what you had?…
Prosciutto & Fig Sandwich
By Erika Guzman, Recent ASU Nutrition Student Sandwiches are a lifesaver. They’re usually quick and easy, customizable, and can be as simple as a PB&J…
Food Styling: to Help your Picky Toddler Eat More Healthy
By Erika Barrera, University of Arizona ISPP dietetic intern Are you having trouble finding ways to have your toddler eat healthy? Well, food styling may…
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