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Recover Like You Mean It: The Real Work Starts After the Workout
There’s nothing like the feeling after a good, hard sweat, heart-pumping, intense workout. But what you do after your workout is as important as what…
The Raw Spinach Morning Trend: A Closer Look at the Hype
In early 2025, a quirky wellness trend swept across TikTok: the practice of eating a handful of raw spinach first thing in the morning. Social…
Spinach: The Superfood That Packs a Punch and is Grown Locally in Arizona!
When was the last time you pondered the wonderfulness of spinach—a leafy green so packed with goodness it might just deserve its own superhero cape?…
Why Pork Back Ribs Deserve a Spot on Every Grill
Few things in life live up to the hype. Pork back ribs are one of them. They don’t just belong on the grill—they demand it.…
The “Food as Medicine” Trend in 2025: Promise and Pitfalls
As we move into 2025, the “food as medicine” movement is poised to take center stage in conversations about health and wellness. The idea that…
Pork and Nutrition: Taste What Pork Can Do!
When building a healthy, nutrient-rich plate, pork delivers in ways that often go overlooked. While other proteins like chicken and fish get most of…
Highly Processed Foods Tied to Brain Changes: New Study Reveals Alarming Effects
In a groundbreaking study published in Nature Metabolism this past February, researchers uncovered compelling evidence that even a short stint of indulging in highly processed…
The Nutritional Powerhouse Grown in Arizona Agriculture: Why Asparagus is a Star Crop
In the heart of Arizona’s fertile lands, where the sun kisses the soil and innovation meets tradition, Arizona agriculture thrives. Among the diverse crops cultivated…
Timing Is Everything! Even When It Comes To Eating Carbs
When it comes to nutrition and maintaining a healthy lifestyle, understanding the nuances of carbohydrate intake can be quite perplexing. Many individuals find themselves grappling…
Watch Out for Health Foods That Aren’t Healthy
We’ve all heard the phrase “Never judge a book by its cover.” This adage holds true beyond literature; it also applies to food selections. In…
The Mediterranean Diet is Great for Our Health, and Arizona Produces it!
Arizona is a remarkable state, not just for its stunning landscapes and diverse climate, but also for its vibrant agricultural output. Known for its national…
The 6 to 1 Grocery Shopping Method
Have you ever opened your fridge only to find a lonely half of a pickle, a scrap of last night’s takeout, and a couple of…
7 Best Rice Varieties According to a Dietician
Ever since I became gluten intolerant, my go-to grain has been both brown and white rice, as they are a good, versatile carbohydrate source. Initially,…
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What Nutrition is in Mushrooms? Nature’s Low-Calorie Powerhouses
Mushrooms have long been a curiosity, popping up in fairy tales as enchanted homes for woodland creatures or as potent ingredients in ancient potions. But…
What Nutrition Does Corn Have? Kernel by Kernel
In Arizona, we grow two kinds of corn: sweet corn and field corn. Sweet corn is grown for human consumption, and the field corn is…
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