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Eating Nuts Daily Can Boost Heart Health

By Heide Kennedy, Arizona Farm Bureau Communications Intern A recent review of 60 studies found that eating nuts every day contributed to a lower risk of developing cardiovascular disease. Researchers found that eating just a handful of nuts each day, … Continue reading

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Fill Your Plate’s Collection of Articles About Fiber!

By Heide Kennedy, Arizona Farm Bureau Communications Intern We’ve written a lot about the importance of getting plenty of fiber in your diet here on the Fill Your Plate, and rightfully so! This important nutrient does a lot for our … Continue reading

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Different Nuts Provide Different Health Benefits

By Heide Kennedy, Arizona Farm Bureau Communications Intern   One of my favorite snacks to take whenever I’m on the road or just need a simple snack to pack is nuts. Not only are they satiating, but they are small, … Continue reading

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Fun Facts About Pistachios

By Sarah Hunt, AZFB Communications Intern   Pistachios are a delicious snack with many health benefits and nutrients. Check out these fun facts about pistachios before tuning in to our segment with Rosie on the House at 8 am, Saturday, … Continue reading

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Zinc and Immune Health – How It Helps and Where to Find It

By Lillian Lin-Levitan a recent ASU Nutrition student   With the current pandemic hitting our nation hard, many of us are thinking about ways to promote health in ourselves and our family. The foundation of health is proper nutrition – … Continue reading

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