Category Archives: Fruit

Healthy Breakfasts for the Family on the Go

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and it is unfortunately the one that many people skip. For a lot of families there is just not enough time in the mornings to sit and have a nutritious meal. … Continue reading

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National Peach Month – 12 Peachy Keen Peach Facts

It is August, and that means it is National Peach Month. National Peach Month is meant to honor the delicious flavor of the juicy peach. Peaches can be eaten right off the tree, sliced in cream and yogurt, blended into … Continue reading

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The Edible Desert

The Sonoran Desert may appear to be barren to the unacquainted eye, but surprisingly it has around 540 edible plants. Native Arizonan cultures have been harvesting these plants for food and nourishment for hundreds of years. It truly is an … Continue reading

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Healthy Back to School Lunches

It’s August and most Arizona children are heading back to school. This means that now is the time to start looking for creative new ways to help them get the nutrients they need in lunches they will love to eat. … Continue reading

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National Fruit and Vegetable Month

June is National Fruit and Vegetable Month. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans set by the USDA recommends we eat more fruits and vegetables than any other food group. In fact, they say that half of your plate at every meal … Continue reading

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