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A History of Food Additives
By Angela Bates A Recent ASU Nutrition Student Many times in history, feeding masses with little to no money was an issue. Other times, food…
5 Simple Steps to Get Physical- and Get Healthy
It is a sad truth of our times that most people do not get as much physical activity as we need to safeguard our health.…
USDA Reports The Faces of Agriculture
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Making Sure Everyone Has Access to Locally Grown Food
In the war against obesity, those in the lower income brackets have been losing ground. Stuck between the proverbial rock and hard place, many low…
Understanding Food Labels 101
It seems like food labels have been constantly changing over the past decade or so as consumer demand has increased for things like organic and…
Help for Eating Healthy for Life
Eating healthy is one of the most important things you can do to safeguard your health. Research into the link between our diet and our…
Fill Your Plate Hosts Loads of Veggie Recipes
It’s recently come out that we’re still not eating enough vegetables, according to the USDA. Certainly, this should be of concern to our Arizona families.…
How We Are Helping Make the Next Generation Healthier
There is no question that one of the biggest obstacles to America’s future is the health of its citizens. The statistics tell the whole story. …
Summer Time Shouldn’t Be Hungry Time
Help Feed Hungry Kids through USDA’s Summer Food Service Program By Kevin Concannon, USDA Under Secretary for Food, Nutrition and Consumer Services In the midst…
Ask a Farmer: Genetically Modified Crops
Ask a Farmer: Questions Moms Ask Arizona Farmers & Ranchers Question #3 From Arizona Mom, Debbie: Should I be worried about genetically modified crops? Thanks for…
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The “Food as Medicine” Trend in 2025: Promise and Pitfalls
As we move into 2025, the “food as medicine” movement is poised to take center stage in conversations about health and wellness. The idea that…
Pork and Nutrition: Taste What Pork Can Do!
When building a healthy, nutrient-rich plate, pork delivers in ways that often go overlooked. While other proteins like chicken and fish get most of…
