Monthly Archives: October 2019

Southwest Wedge Salad

Posted on October 28, 2019 by Fill Your Plate

By Kenda Hettinger, a recent ASU Nutrition student I love it when healthy meets simple and fast. I also love anything with a southwestern flair. That is why this salad is #1 on my list. The dressing is made to … Continue reading →

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Everything About Pumpkins

Posted on October 25, 2019 by Fill Your Plate

By Julie Murphree, Arizona Farm Bureau Outreach Director A bit of Arizona history says that before Phoenix was officially named, locals used to call the area Pumpkinville because of all the wild pumpkins that grew in and around what we … Continue reading →

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Spinach and mashed potato stuffed mushrooms

Posted on October 23, 2019 by Fill Your Plate

by Kenda Hettinger, a recent  ASU nutrition  student Before I first made these my husband told me that he didn’t know how he was going to like a mashed potato stuffed a mushroom. He has completely changed his mind, and … Continue reading →

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Happy Halloween

Posted on October 21, 2019 by Fill Your Plate

By Alexandra Pettit, AZFB Communications Intern Spooky Halloween Treats 5 Tips for Haunting Your House this Halloween How to Have a Healthier Halloween Host a Frighteningly Fun Halloween Party Halloween for Foodies! (If you dare!) Where to get a Scare! … Continue reading →

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Should you take a Vitamin D Supplement?

Posted on October 18, 2019 by Fill Your Plate

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. They recommend not smoking, limiting alcohol, regular weight-bearing exercise, and getting the calcium and vitamin … Continue reading →

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