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9 Tips to get your kids to make healthy food choices
by Kenda Hettinger, an ASU nutrition communication student Did you know that the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends cholesterol screening starting at the age of…
What’s in Season This October?
By: Alexandra Pettit, AZFB Communications Intern Happy October! The weather is starting to cool down and the holidays are right around the corner. It’s time…
Spooky Halloween Treats
By Alexandra Pettit, AZFB Communications Intern As a kid one of my favorite holidays was Halloween. Every year my family would decorate the entire house…
I Can’t Believe It’s Butter!: Making your own butter is easier than you think!
By: Cecelia Wilken a recent ASU Nutrition Student I am a proprietor of making my own things. Maybe it’s because I’m stubborn, but I refuse…
Healthy Pumpkin Waffles
By: Angela Bates a recent ASU Nutrition Student When it’s autumn and you want something pumpkin spice for breakfast, but coffee isn’t it, try waffles!…
Effie’s Pumpkin Roll
By: Angela Bates, a recent ASU Nutrition Student Some recipes are more than a family favorite. Some recipes remind us of those who have passed…
Arizona Apples are in Season
By Alexandra Pettit, AZFB Communications Intern Happy fall everyone, apples are in season and are ready to be eaten. Fill Your Plate has wonderful recipes…
Fall Pumpkin and Corn Maze Festivals
Despite the fact that it may still be in the triple digits in the desert, fall 2019 is just around the corner. And Arizona Farm…
Pumpkins Are Not Just for Pie!
By Alexandra Pettit, AZFB Communications Intern Its officially Fall and pumpkin spice is back everywhere, but pumpkins are not just for pie! Fill your plate…
Diet Trends
By Alexandra Pettit, AZFB Communications Intern While there are basics to nutrition, Fill Your Plate features some of the latest diet trends. We have covered…
Arizona is Sweet on Apples!
By Julie Murphree, Arizona Farm Bureau Because “Apple Month” occurs in the fall, October by the way, and Arizona families are focused on making the…
Easy Make-Ahead Breakfast Casserole
By Angela Bates a Recent ASU Nutrition Student After putting all the work into your holiday dinner, whether you are hosting the whole party or…
The Amino Acid Citrulline and Arginine
BY Amanda van Dall A Recent ASU Nutrition Student Wisdom follows age, experience, and education. Part of this wisdom is learning how to balance what…
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