Monthly Archives: October 2016

Grow with your family: Benefits of Introducing Gardening to Children

By Jacob Gerdes, recent Arizona State University Nutrition Communications Student Growing up, I loved being outside and that feeling has stuck with me to this day. However, I missed out on one opportunity that could have changed the way I … Continue reading

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Could A Healthy Lifestyle Include Fasting?

By Rebecca Rullo, a Nutrition Communication student at Arizona State University   Periodic fasting has been around throughout history but has evolved into several types of fasting today. Ever since studies on animals have shown that restricted calorie intakes may … Continue reading

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Running on Pumpkin Power

By Kevin Dietmeyer, a Nutrition Communication student at Arizona State University     When it comes to pumpkins and fall, Peanuts and pie come to mind.  I’m speaking, of course, of the great American classic Peanuts animation and pumpkin in … Continue reading

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A Review of Quick and Nutritious Meals

By Michael Russell, recent Arizona State University Nutrition Communications Student   These days, it seems we find more and more to put on our plate, no pun intended, and we find less time to eat right. I know in my … Continue reading

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Pumpkin, this Season’s Superfood

By Lori Meszaros, ASU Nutrition Communication Student   Pumpkins have always been known for their amazing ability to withstand carving and of course to make a pie, but now pumpkin is popping up everywhere. From Starbucks’ world famous Pumpkin Spice … Continue reading

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