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Should you take a Vitamin D Supplement?
by Kenda Hettinger, an ASU nutrition communication student According to the National Osteoporosis Foundation, about 54 million Americans have osteoporosis or low bone mineral density.…
5 tips to Avoiding Allergic Food Reactions
Written by Kenda Hettinger, an ASU nutrition communication student It seems like there are more and more people with food allergies these days. According to…
What’s in Season This October?
By: Alexandra Pettit, AZFB Communications Intern Happy October! The weather is starting to cool down and the holidays are right around the corner. It’s time…
The Use of Food to Fight Cancer
By Alexandra Pettit, AZFB Communications Intern For many, the word cancer doesn’t mean much until it touches your life, and when it does this simple…
Cashew “Cheese” Sauce
By Morgan Bates a Recent ASU Nutrition Student This recipe is incredibly easy to make and will give you a delicious and versatile sauce that…
Growing Healthy Minds & Appetites: The Benefits of School Gardens and Kitchens
By: Cecelia Wilken There is a growing disconnect between farms and tables around the world. With the ease of modern-day groceries and influx of fast-food…
The Vitamin Question: Should you be giving your children daily vitamins?
By: Cecelia Wilken a Recent ASU Nutrition Student My toddler is a picky eater. While my spouse and I work hard to put balanced meals…
Why You Should Be Eating The Colors of the Rainbow
By Vanessa Evans, a recent ASU Nutrition Student The agricultural scene is thriving in Arizona, and we have access to some of the freshest produce…
Ode to the Meal Delivery Kit
By Erin Wyatt A Recent ASU Nutrition Student As a new mom, sometimes feeding myself a proper meal is low on my list of…
Is the Juice Worth the Squeeze?
By Erin Wyatt A Recent ASU Nutrition Student Juicing fruits and vegetables is nothing new, in fact, it has been around since the 1930s. However,…
Complementary Proteins 101
By Erika Guzman a Recent ASU Nutrition Student Have you ever wondered if you’ve had enough protein after working out, or have you ever watched…
How to Eat Healthy in an Airport
By Erin Wyatt A Recent ASU Nutrition Student With the next long holiday weekend approaching in May, you may find yourself in an airport.…
The Humble Sweet Potato
By Morgan Crawford a recent ASU student Did you know that sweet potatoes are in season? Ah, the humble sweet potato. Such a simple…
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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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