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By Laura Slatalla, recent ASU Nutrition Student Warm weather always seems right around the corner in Arizona even in the middle of winter. There’s one thing in our desert state we can’t get enough of- water! It’s really important to…
Summer Is Here. Is Your Hydration A Priority?
By Jacob Gerdes, Arizona State Nutrition Communications Student Living in the desert, you are often asked, “Are you drinking enough water?” At a point we all might get sick of being asked this question, but the Arizona Department of Health…
Beat Dehydration with these Tips
By Lauren Scott, Arizona Farm Bureau Intern The other day I was complaining of a slight headache. I’d been outside for a good chunk of the morning. Mom said, “Have you had any water lately?” The culprit turned out to…
The New Food Pyramid: A Historic Reset in U.S. Nutrition Guidance
In January 2026, the U.S. Departments of Agriculture (USDA) and Health and Human Services (HHS) unveiled the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2025–2030, under the leadership of HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins. At the heart…
What Nutrition Does Celery Have: The Game Day Crunch That Quietly Pulls Its Weight
There are two kinds of people on game day. The ones who sprint to the wings like it’s the opening kickoff and build a mountain of nachos that defies gravity. And then there’s me. I’m the guy who strategically stacks…
What Nutrition Does Watermelon Have: More Than Just Refreshing
Watermelon is often dismissed as “just water and sugar,” a fruit people enjoy casually without giving much thought to its nutritional value. It makes a predictable appearance at summer barbecues, poolside coolers, and family picnics, offering a quick, refreshing bite…
Nutrition for Cycling: How Proper Nutrition Fuels Cyclists from the First Mile to the Finish Line
Cycling is a sport built on rhythm, the turning of your pedals, the cadence of your breath, and the flow of your energy as the miles unfold. Whether you’re training for Arizona’s El Tour de Tucson, riding for fitness, or…
Training for Life’s Marathon: Fuel to Move, How Smart Nutrition Powers Everyone
This November, Tempe will once again become a stage for grit, perseverance, and pure human willpower as athletes dive into the waters, mount their bikes, and hit the pavement for Ironman Arizona, a grueling 140.6-mile test of strength, stamina, and…
What Nutrition Does Lettuce Have: A Comprehensive Guide
Since Pinal, Maricopa and Yuma counties are gearing up for leafy greens season here in Arizona, it’s only appropriate that we should focus on the nutritional benefits of lettuce. In fact, in Arizona, Yuma is recognized as the “Winter Lettuce…
Fueling Up Right: What to Eat Before a Workout
After years of evening gym sessions after work, long runs under the desert sun, and hiking Arizona’s rugged trails, I’ve realized something that changed the game for my fitness: your workout doesn’t start when you hit the gym—it begins in…
Recover Like You Mean It: The Real Work Starts After the Workout
There’s nothing like the feeling after a good, hard sweat, heart-pumping, intense workout. But what you do after your workout is as important as what you do during it. Recovery isn’t just about plopping on the couch and calling it…
How I’m Using Portion Control, Calorie Counting, and a Deficit to Hit My Fitness Goals
For the past few months, I’ve been on a mission not just to lose weight but to sculpt a leaner, more defined body. There are no crash diets or quick fixes; I’ve tried a few. Instead, what works better is…
Watch Out for Health Foods That Aren’t Healthy
We’ve all heard the phrase “Never judge a book by its cover.” This adage holds true beyond literature; it also applies to food selections. In an age where health consciousness is on the rise, many products are marketed as healthy.…