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Is Keto Better for You?
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02.22.2019

Is Keto Better for You?

By Angela Bates a Recent ASU Nutrition Student Low carbohydrate diets have existed in many forms since at least the late 1700s, when they were…

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Broccoli Isn’t the Bad Guy!
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02.20.2019

Broccoli Isn’t the Bad Guy!

By Morgan Crawford a Recent ASU Nutrition Student   Why does this tree-like veggie get such a bad rap? From our own dining tables to…

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The Healing Power of Honey
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02.18.2019

The Healing Power of Honey

By: Alexandra Pettit Sticky and sweet something everyone loves to eat! Can you guess? That’s right honey! We need to thank the bees for this…

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Valentine’s Day is Good for the Heart
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02.13.2019

Valentine’s Day is Good for the Heart

By Erin Wyatt A Recent ASU Nutrition Student Valentine’s Day is when we celebrate the love in our hearts. We do this with cards, flowers,…

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Nutrition Issues When Your Child is an Athlete
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02.08.2019

Nutrition Issues When Your Child is an Athlete

Conrad Sanders, NDTR Graduate, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Recent Dietetic Intern I.S.P.P. University of Arizona University of Arizona   In today’s world, we’re being…

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Fermented Foods for Your Gut Health
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02.06.2019

Fermented Foods for Your Gut Health

By Erika Guzman A Recent ASU Nutrition Student Over the last few years, fermented foods were all the rage and are still growing. From the…

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The Blended Waffle Home
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01.11.2019

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…

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The Art of Mindful Eating: Slowing Down to Savor the Moment
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01.09.2019

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?…

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Prosciutto & Fig Sandwich
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01.04.2019

Prosciutto & Fig Sandwich

By Erika Guzman, Recent ASU Nutrition Student Sandwiches are a lifesaver. They’re usually quick and easy, customizable, and can be as simple as a PB&J…

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Food Styling: to Help your Picky Toddler Eat More Healthy
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01.02.2019

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…

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A Day at The Farm: Pick Your Own Produce Around Arizona
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12.28.2018

A Day at The Farm: Pick Your Own Produce Around Arizona

By Cecelia Wilken, Current ASU Nutrition Student One of my fondest childhood memories was heading up to Dewey, Arizona and adventuring through the Mortimer Farm…

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Fill Your Plate With… Rhubarb!
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12.26.2018

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…

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What is Winter Blues and How to Fight It with Foods Rich in Serotonin
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12.21.2018

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…

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