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Fill Your Plate’s Collection of Articles on Quitting Sugar, Soda, and More
By Sarah Hunt, AZFB Communications Intern Hopefully we all know by now how much damage an excess of sugar can cause to our…
Corn or Flour Tortillas?
By Julie Murphree, Arizona Farm Bureau Outreach Director Corn or flour tortillas? That’s a common question now at my favorite Mexican food restaurants. Years ago,…
As an Adult, Are You Getting Enough Protein?
By Julie Murphree, Arizona Farm Bureau Outreach Director On the occasion that I hire a personal trainer for a handful of weeks, I’m always reminded…
Fill Your Plate’s Collection of Watermelon Articles
By Sarah Hunt, AZFB Communications Intern Over the years, Fill Your Plate has written several articles about one of our favorite summertime treats:…
Consistency is Key In Weight Loss, Wellness, and Fitness
By Sarah Hunt, AZFB Communications Intern Ever wondered why its so hard to lose weight, get into shape, or change your eating habits?…
Fill Your Plate’s Collection of Kid’s Articles
By Sarah Hunt, AZFB Communications Intern We love to write about all things food and family related here on Fill Your Plate! It shows…
Fill Your Plate’s Collection of Cook Out Articles
By Sarah Hunt, AZFB Communications Intern Not sure what to cook or what activities to plan for your Fourth of July, Memorial…
Fill Your Plate’s Collection of Nutrition Articles
By Sarah Hunt, AZFB Communications Intern Over the years, Fill Your Plate has written numerous nutrition articles for your health and benefit. If you…
20 Ways to Use Watermelon
By Sarah Hunt, AZFB Communications Intern This summer, try a few of these creative ways to use watermelon in your diet! Watermelon…
Fill Your Plate’s Collection of Summer Recipes
By Sarah Hunt, AZFB Communications Intern Looking for the perfect recipe for your next barbeque? Fill Your Plate has dozens of summer recipes for…
Cauliflower Fritters
By Sarah Hunt, AZFB Communications Intern Not sure what to do with the cauliflower you got in your CSA box this week? Try…
Sesame Veggie Stir Fry
By Sarah Hunt, AZFB Communications Intern I love Asian dishes, but I’m definitely not an expert when it comes to making it in my…
Meal Prep Ideas For This Week
By Sarah Hunt, AZFB Communications Intern If you are like me and see cooking as more of a chore and necessity than something…
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