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Top 10 Foods to Alleviate Stress
Vitamin C is a great immune system booster but it also helps repair damage that cortisol can cause in the brain. (Photo credit: Wikipedia) When we talk about stress and food in the same sentence, it usually refers to how…
Why Popcorn is Popping Up in All the Best Places
Popcorn is popping up in many unusual places (Photo credit: Wikipedia) There is no question that Americans love popcorn. On average, we each consume more than 65 quarts of it each year in movie theaters, at country fairs, and in…
7 Tips for Eating Your Way to More Energy
Romaine lettuce is a great source of energy. (Photo credit: Wikipedia) In today’s fast paced world, everyone is looking for more energy to help them get through the day. Before you pour another cup of coffee or gulp down an…
It’s National Ag Day: A Little Thanks Goes a Long Way
Arizona cotton On March 19th, we encourage you to celebrate National Ag Day by taking a few minutes out of your day to be thankful for the Arizona farmers and ranchers that provide and protect our local food supply. This…
Getting Creative with Kale!
Meet one of Arizona agriculture’s Kale Farmers, Brett Hunt of Rousseau Farms (image provided by AZFB) If you have been to a farmer’s market this month, it’s likely that you have seen bins and baskets full of kale. This dark…
Celebrate Heart Health this February
Celebrate Heart Health Month with some delicious recipes this February. (Photo credit: Wikipedia) February is traditionally associated with hearts because Valentine’s Day falls right in the middle of the month. But starting February 1st, we all have another reason to…
4 Tips to Help You Eat Right in the New Year
Follow these tips to eat healthy in the new year It’s the time of year when everyone decides to buckle down and get rid of those unwanted pounds. This is why the most common New Year’s Resolution is to lose…
7 Savory Ways to Use Sweet Potatoes
Picture of fries made from sweet potatoes. (Photo credit: Wikipedia) Most families only see sweet potatoes show up on their family dinner table a couple times a year- at Thanksgiving and Christmas. We think this is a shame since there…
Eat Right and Help Stop Diabetes in its Tracks
The American Diabetes Association has declared November American Diabetes Month There is no question that one of the greatest health threats of our time is the diabetes epidemic which already impacts 26 million Americans. In addition to those already diagnosed…
Make a date to enjoy new Yuma festival
Celebrate Medjool dates in historic downtown Nov. 17 Though you wouldn’t think of the Old West as a place to find a traditional treat of the Middle East, the Yuma area is the world’s largest producer of gourmet Medjool dates…
The Recent Beef? We’re Eating More Ground Beef and Less Steak
Raw Ground beef (Photo credit: Wikipedia) What is your favorite cut of beef? Are you a steak person, or do you prefer ground beef in a dish such as spaghetti or burgers? According to a recent survey by the Beef…
How to Eat for High Blood Pressure
Two thirds of our population are affected by high blood pressure (Image via Wikipedia) One in four Americans is affected by high blood pressure. However, according to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, only about two-thirds of those with high…
Perfecting Your Pantry – 10 Things to Always Have on Hand
Check to see if you have these must haves in your pantry (photo credit: BigStockPhoto.com) One of the best ways that families can stretch their food dollar is to cook their meals at home using fresh, locally grown Arizona ingredients. …