Monthly Archives: September 2022
Dates – The Perfect Natural Sweetener
By Heide Kennedy, Arizona Farm Bureau Communications Intern Looking for a natural sweetener source that is full of nutritional benefits? Dates are a super sweet, nutrient-packed way to naturally add sweetness to your foods, and they are a great source … Continue reading
Improving Gut Health Can Improve Overall Health
By Heide Kennedy, Arizona Farm Bureau Communications Intern As a kid, it always grossed me out to think that I had bacteria living in my stomach. It was even harder to grasp the concept of how a lot of those … Continue reading
People with Depression Must Often Boost Nutrition, Nutritionists Give Counsel
Staff Reports Maintaining a healthful diet can be difficult for people with depression, said registered dietitian Leigh Merotto in Everyday Health. But getting help is often rare. Registered dietitians Amy Gorin and Merotto offer six ways to help, including treating … Continue reading
Keep Your Immunity Strong This Fall and Winter
By Heide Kennedy, Arizona Farm Bureau Communications Intern The holiday season is upon us, which means that it’s time for family gatherings, extravagant decorations, and lots of yummy holiday food. But along with the holiday season also comes another season. … Continue reading
How Local Health Departments Work to Ensure Food Safety
Staff Reports foodborne illnesses result in about 3,000 U.S. deaths annually and cost more than $15.6 billion each year. A recent study highlighted what role local health departments serve. Several agencies in the United States play a primary role in … Continue reading