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Tomato Soup
By Alexandra Pettit It’s that time of year where everyone is catching the ick. A recipe for tomato soup is sure to get you back…
How to Eat Healthy in an Airport
By Erin Wyatt A Recent ASU Nutrition Student With the next long holiday weekend approaching in May, you may find yourself in an airport.…
What’s in season? Eggplant
Erika Guzman A Recent ASU Nutrition Student When vegetables are in season, it usually means it’s very tasty and it’s cheap! This season, it’s eggplant!…
4 Easy Ways to Get More Fiber
By Angela Bates a Recent ASU Nutrition Student Fiber is a very important carbohydrate. Normally, carbohydrates are broken down by the body to be used…
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…
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?…
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…
Fill Your Plate With… Rhubarb!
By Morgan Crawford, Current ASU Nutrition Student So, you’re wondering what rhubarb even tastes like, let alone what to do with it! I am…
What is Winter Blues and How to Fight It with Foods Rich in Serotonin
By Erika Guzman, Recent ASU Nutrition Student As winter is in full gear, and still dark and chilly outside. Does the cold, dark weather…
Not All Cinnamon Is Created Equal
By Morgan Crawford, Current ASU Nutrition Student I have the fondest memories of a small, silver tin that held the most delicious mixture of…
Making Tamales: The Beginnings of a Holiday Family Tradition
By Cecelia Wilken, Current ASU Nutrition Student One of the tell-tell signs that the holidays are approaching in Central Phoenix are tamales. I have vague…
3 Easy Ways to Stop those Dreaded IBS Symptoms
By Emily Carver, Recent ASU Nutrition Student If you aren’t dealing with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), it’s likely you know someone who is. It…
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