Monthly Archives: February 2011

Support Maricopa County 4-H Program Feb. 11, 2011 at Applebee’s

Support Maricopa County 4-H Program Feb. 11, 2011 at Applebee’s

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Arizona Farm Bureau Announces Food Check Out Week

Arizona Farm Bureau’s Food Check-Out Week, Feb. 20-26, 2011, focuses on helping Americans learn how to stretch their grocery dollars with healthy, nutritious food.

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Five Flags to Avoid at a Big Game Viewing Party

Many will gather to watch the Big Game. Those hosting parties should make sure the drama comes from the field and not from sick guests or post-game home repairs. Consumer Reports.org has compiled its list of the top five Big Game party “flags” and tips on how to avoid them.

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What the New Dietary Guidelines for Americans Are Telling Us to Do for Better Health

The United States Department of Agriculture and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) have now released 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, the federal government’s evidence-based nutritional guidance to promote health, reduce the risk of chronic diseases, and reduce the prevalence of overweight and obesity through improved nutrition and physical activity.

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Freezing temperatures threaten crop and festival of Arizona’s largest peach grower!

Arizona’s largest peach grower is being creative as they try and protect their largest crop.

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