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Insomnia Can Lead to a Greater Heart Attack Risk
There is nothing like getting a good, restful night’s sleep. The feeling of waking up refreshed, with energy to tackle the day ahead, is something…
Splurge on a Diet Without Feeling Guilty
Embarking on a diet often invokes thoughts of strict limitations and denial. Many of us associate dieting with a long list of restricted foods: no…
Serve Beef This Thanksgiving!
When you think of Thanksgiving, your mind probably goes to that huge meal that families prepare and enjoy together every November. For most families, the…
Fill Your Plate’s Collection of Pumpkin Recipes
By Heide Kennedy, Arizona Farm Bureau Communications Intern One of my favorite things about fall (except for the cooler temperatures of course!) is enjoying…
Be a Creatine Machine!
When it comes to enhancing athletic performance and achieving fitness goals, few supplements have captured the attention of athletes and fitness enthusiasts quite like creatine.…
Can Food be Your Medicine?
You might have heard the quote, “Let thy medicine be thy food, and thy food be thy medicine.” This quote is often attributed to Hippocrates,…
Eat Your Meats!
When creating a healthy diet, it’s essential to incorporate a balance of fats, carbohydrates, and proteins. Each of these macronutrients provides our bodies with the…
Dietary Choices Impact Gut Health
We all know the phrase: “Garbage in, garbage out.” This saying captures a profound truth about not only our food choices but also their impact…
A Prescription for Produce
When you visit a healthcare provider for a chronic illness, the typical response includes medication designed to alleviate symptoms or treat the underlying issue. While…
Small Amounts of Stress Can be Beneficial
Stress often gets a bad rap as something to be avoided at all costs. It’s commonly associated with anxiety, health deterioration, and a variety of…
Do Your Shopping at Your Local Farmer’s Market!
Finally, the weather here in Arizona is starting to cool down into more bearable temperatures. This change signals the perfect opportunity for a variety of…
It’s Soup Season!
As the days grow shorter and the temperatures drop, there’s something undeniably comforting about a warm bowl of soup. The transition from the heat of…
Gardening Provides Many Health Benefits
Gardening has been an integral part of many cultures around the world for thousands of years. For as long as I can remember, my mom…
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