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Category: Healthy Eating

How to Build a Healthy Salad
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07.29.2024

How to Build a Healthy Salad

Salads are versatile, vibrant, and can be incredibly nutritious when built thoughtfully. For many, they are a go-to meal, especially for those seeking a quick…

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Health Benefits of Pickle Juice
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07.26.2024

Health Benefits of Pickle Juice

Pickles—they can be a divisive food. You either love their tangy crunch or despise their intense flavor. Personally, I fall into the “love” category. Whenever…

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A Few of the Benefits of Raw Honey
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07.22.2024

A Few of the Benefits of Raw Honey

Understanding Raw Honey We’re increasingly aware of the critical role that raw foods play in our diets. Among these, raw honey stands out for its…

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Sugar Intake Impacts Alzheimer’s Risk
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07.19.2024

Sugar Intake Impacts Alzheimer’s Risk

For some people, indulging in something sweet to cap off a meal is an integral part of their dining experience. Others might find themselves reaching…

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Sweet Corn: A Nutritious Summer Staple!
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07.15.2024

Sweet Corn: A Nutritious Summer Staple!

No summer is complete without enjoying corn on the cob at a backyard barbecue or a family picnic. Sweet corn, known for its delightful taste…

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Omega-3 Potential Benefit to Those with ALS
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07.12.2024

Omega-3 Potential Benefit to Those with ALS

For the past two years, I’ve been working at a Dutch Bros coffee shop. One thing that sets Dutch Bros apart from other coffee chains,…

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Mexican Cuisine is High in Phenolic Compounds
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07.08.2024

Mexican Cuisine is High in Phenolic Compounds

Whenever family comes to visit from out-of-state, there’s a familiar request that echoes in our home: the craving for authentic Mexican food. Living in Arizona,…

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Zucchini – A Versatile and Nutritious Veggie!
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07.01.2024

Zucchini – A Versatile and Nutritious Veggie!

Zucchini, often referred to as courgette in some regions, is not just any vegetable; it’s a culinary superstar that graces countless dishes around the world.…

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Dairy 101 – USDA Plans to Change Flavored Milks in School Lunches
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06.28.2024

Dairy 101 – USDA Plans to Change Flavored Milks in School Lunches

How many of you were told growing up that white milk comes from white cows, while chocolate milk comes from brown cows? People tried telling…

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Dairy 101 – What is Pasteurization?
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06.24.2024

Dairy 101 – What is Pasteurization?

Whenever you pick up a jug of milk from the grocery store, you probably notice the label prominently stating “Pasteurized.” In fact, virtually all milk…

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Dairy 101 – National Dairy Month Recipes Featuring… MILK!
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06.21.2024

Dairy 101 – National Dairy Month Recipes Featuring… MILK!

We’ve been posting a lot about milk this month, and what better way to continue than to give a list of some delicious recipes that…

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Dairy 101 – Importance of Milk on Childhood Development
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06.17.2024

Dairy 101 – Importance of Milk on Childhood Development

Growing up, my mother was a firm believer in the importance of milk for children. With three brothers and me in the house, we often…

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Dairy 101 – Different Kinds of Milk
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06.14.2024

Dairy 101 – Different Kinds of Milk

When you walk down the refrigerator cases of milk in your local grocery store, you’ll notice the variety of choices available, each indicated by different…

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