Category Archives: Fruit

Kittens, Peppers, and Daughters: A Simple Salad

Posted on September 8, 2017 by Fill Your Plate

By Nathan Chambers, Recent Arizona State University Nutrition Student  For Christmas last year we got two kittens. If you’ve ever adopted a new pet, you know that your child is going to make you buy things that you simply do … Continue reading →

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The Japanese Pumpkin

Posted on September 6, 2017 by Fill Your Plate

By Kat Brown, Recent Arizona State University Nutrition Student  With fall creeping up around the corner, and hopefully double digit temperatures, it’s about to be the season of the pumpkin! Watch out because a new squash is in town. It … Continue reading →

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Say ‘JELL-O’ to vitamins

Posted on August 9, 2017 by Fill Your Plate

By Kat Brown, Recent Arizona State University Nutrition Student  Did you ever think about making your own vitamins at home? It is easier than you think. Making your own JELL-O vitamins allows you to choose your own flavors and choose … Continue reading →

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Your Guide to Herbs

Posted on August 7, 2017 by Fill Your Plate

By Laura Slatalla, Recent ASU Nutrition Student Experimenting with new combinations and flavors is one of the joys of cooking, but a little direction for herb and spice pairings can ramp up your dishes! Encourage your family to try foods … Continue reading →

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Nutrient Density and Why You Need It

Posted on July 28, 2017 by Fill Your Plate

By Ashley TenBrink, Recent Arizona State University Nutrition Student  Have you ever wondered why you should eat whole foods instead of highly processed foods?   Two words- Nutrient density.   I want you to picture a boxing ring.  Standing in … Continue reading →

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