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Spruce Up Your Salads!
By Heide Kennedy, Arizona Farm Bureau Communications Intern Did you know that Yuma, Arizona is known as the lettuce capital of the world for a…
Dress Up Your Veggies!
By Heide Kennedy, Arizona Farm Bureau Communications Intern It doesn’t matter what meal, vegetables will always be my number one favorite food group for breakfast,…
If You Can’t Drink Dairy, What about the Alternatives?
By Heide Kennedy, Arizona Farm Bureau Communications Intern Growing up, I absolutely loved drinking milk. There was nothing like a big glass of ice-cold milk…
Plums are Both Beautiful and Nutritious
Photo by Pixabay By Heide Kennedy, Arizona Farm Bureau Communications Intern What is filling your fruit bowl? For most people, it’s typically the standard fruits,…
Grapes are a Healthy Fruit to Snack On!
By Heide Kennedy, Arizona Farm Bureau Communications Intern Whenever I visit my grandparents, there is always a bowl of grapes on the counter or in…
5 Nutrients You May Not be Getting Enough of
By Heide Kennedy, Arizona Farm Bureau Communications Intern Take a moment to assess your diet on a typical day. What is it usually comprised of?…
Whip Up a Brain-Boosting Breakfast!
By Heide Kennedy, Arizona Farm Bureau Communications Intern What is your breakfast of choice? Cereal? Toast? Oatmeal? A muffin? Eggs and bacon? Breakfast burritos? Yogurt?…
Study: Omega-3 Fatty Acids Linked to Preserved Brain Health
By Heide Kennedy, Arizona Farm Bureau Communications Intern When I was younger, I absolutely hated fish. I couldn’t stand the sight, smell, or taste of…
Should You be Eating Before Bed?
By Heide Kennedy, Arizona Farm Bureau Communications Intern Have you ever wondered why they put a light on the inside of your refrigerator? It’s there…
Pomegranates – A Delicious Superfood!
By Heide Kennedy, Arizona Farm Bureau Communications Intern When I’m not writing articles to post on the Fill Your Plate blog, you will usually find…
How Much Protein Do You Need?
By Heide Kennedy, Arizona Farm Bureau Communications Intern Protein…One of the three main macronutrients that are part of a balanced meal. It’s vital that…
Healthy Habits to Preserve Mental Health
By Heide Kennedy, Arizona Farm Bureau Communications Intern We all know someone who suffers from Alzheimer’s or dementia, whether it be a friend or family…
Consider Incorporating Whole Grains into Your Diet
By Heide Kennedy, Arizona Farm Bureau Communications Intern We often hear mixed opinions on whether or not we should be eating or limiting our intake…
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National Pork Month: Budget-Friendly Arizona Pork with Big Flavor
When Arizona families plan dinner, pork is rarely the mystery protein. It is the bacon that starts a Saturday, the chops that come off the…
Are Nutrition Bars Healthy? What to Look for Before You Grab One
There have been plenty of days when I’ve finished a workout, looked at my schedule, and realized I didn’t have time to sit down for…
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