Category Archives: Food

Budget-Friendly Cooking Oil Alternatives

By Heide Kennedy, Arizona Farm Bureau Communications Intern Olive oil has long been a kitchen staple due to its healthfulness and versatility. It is the perfect base for salad dressings, bread dips, or for coating vegetables before roasting. And, it … Continue reading

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Beat that Morning Grogginess!

By Heide Kennedy, Arizona Farm Bureau Communications Intern There is nothing worse than waking up feeling groggy, and just as tired as you were the night before. I mean, isn’t your sleep at night supposed to make you wake up … Continue reading

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What to Look for on a Nutrition Label

By Heide Kennedy, Arizona Farm Bureau Communications Intern When you’re at the store purchasing food to stock in your fridge, freezer, and pantry, how often do you look at the nutrition label on the back? If you don’t already, I … Continue reading

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Americans Need to Consume More Whole Grains

By Heide Kennedy, Arizona Farm Bureau Communications Intern Take a minute and think about all that you typically consume. How much, if any, of your diet is comprised of whole grains? Recent research suggests that while Americans are eating more … Continue reading

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Add Some Citrus to Your Water

By Heide Kennedy, Arizona Farm Bureau Communications Intern We all know the importance of staying hydrated. It is especially important for those of us living here in Arizona, as the heat during the summer can get quite intense, making it … Continue reading

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