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By Laura Slatalla, recent ASU Nutrition Student Warm weather always seems right around the corner in Arizona even in the middle of winter. There’s one thing in our desert state we can’t get enough of- water! It’s really important to…
Summer Is Here. Is Your Hydration A Priority?
By Jacob Gerdes, Arizona State Nutrition Communications Student Living in the desert, you are often asked, “Are you drinking enough water?” At a point we all might get sick of being asked this question, but the Arizona Department of Health…
Beat Dehydration with these Tips
By Lauren Scott, Arizona Farm Bureau Intern The other day I was complaining of a slight headache. I’d been outside for a good chunk of the morning. Mom said, “Have you had any water lately?” The culprit turned out to…
Nutrition for Cycling: How Proper Nutrition Fuels Cyclists from the First Mile to the Finish Line
Cycling is a sport built on rhythm, the turning of your pedals, the cadence of your breath, and the flow of your energy as the miles unfold. Whether you’re training for Arizona’s El Tour de Tucson, riding for fitness, or…
Training for Life’s Marathon: Fuel to Move, How Smart Nutrition Powers Everyone
This November, Tempe will once again become a stage for grit, perseverance, and pure human willpower as athletes dive into the waters, mount their bikes, and hit the pavement for Ironman Arizona, a grueling 140.6-mile test of strength, stamina, and…
What Nutrition Does Lettuce Have: A Comprehensive Guide
Since Pinal, Maricopa and Yuma counties are gearing up for leafy greens season here in Arizona, it’s only appropriate that we should focus on the nutritional benefits of lettuce. In fact, in Arizona, Yuma is recognized as the “Winter Lettuce…
Fueling Up Right: What to Eat Before a Workout
After years of evening gym sessions after work, long runs under the desert sun, and hiking Arizona’s rugged trails, I’ve realized something that changed the game for my fitness: your workout doesn’t start when you hit the gym—it begins in…
Recover Like You Mean It: The Real Work Starts After the Workout
There’s nothing like the feeling after a good, hard sweat, heart-pumping, intense workout. But what you do after your workout is as important as what you do during it. Recovery isn’t just about plopping on the couch and calling it…
How I’m Using Portion Control, Calorie Counting, and a Deficit to Hit My Fitness Goals
For the past few months, I’ve been on a mission not just to lose weight but to sculpt a leaner, more defined body. There are no crash diets or quick fixes; I’ve tried a few. Instead, what works better is…
Watch Out for Health Foods That Aren’t Healthy
We’ve all heard the phrase “Never judge a book by its cover.” This adage holds true beyond literature; it also applies to food selections. In an age where health consciousness is on the rise, many products are marketed as healthy.…
The Mediterranean Diet is Great for Our Health, and Arizona Produces it!
Arizona is a remarkable state, not just for its stunning landscapes and diverse climate, but also for its vibrant agricultural output. Known for its national and state parks, such as the Grand Canyon—which is recognized as one of the Seven…
Tiny But Mighty Sunflower Seeds!
Anytime my family went on a trip or went to livestock shows, we would always bring lots of bags of roasted sunflower seeds. I’m not sure how, but these quickly became one of my brother’s and my favorite snacks to…
Tips to Stop Seasonal Allergy Symptoms
It’s beginning to be springtime, which means flowers are budding, trees are blooming, and the pollen count in the air is only increasing! Unfortunately, however, this spells disaster for those who fight seasonal allergies. As spring approaches, nature begins its…