Category Archives: Grocery

Out of this World Christmas Cookies

Posted on December 16, 2016 by Fill Your Plate

By Lauren Scott, Arizona Farm Bureau Intern When Christmas time comes around, my mind is only focused on one thing: treats. Cakes, cookies, pies, you name it and I want to bake it… and then eat all of it by … Continue reading →

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Everything You Ever Wanted to Know about Cholesterol…

Posted on December 9, 2016 by Fill Your Plate

By Laura Slatalla, Recent ASU Nutrition Student What is cholesterol? Cholesterol is a fat-like substance that plays a role in making hormones, and keeping your brain and skin healthy. It’s needed for digestion and cell membranes. It’s essential in your … Continue reading →

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Remember, Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Should be Half of your Plate!

Posted on December 7, 2016 by Fill Your Plate

By Laura Slatalla, recent ASU Nutrition Student   We often plan meals around meats and bread, but fruits and vegetables should make up about half of our plates, according to the USDA. When our diet is feeling unbalanced, we just … Continue reading →

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Sort of Eggplant Parmesan

Posted on December 5, 2016 by Fill Your Plate

By Michael Russell, recent Arizona State University Nutrition Communication Student Today I’d like to celebrate a childhood favorite of mine, eggplant parmesan.  Growing up in Northern New Jersey Italian food is a staple and at home, it was made on … Continue reading →

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Why Nutrient Deficiency is Less Likely When Eating Seasonally

Posted on December 2, 2016 by Fill Your Plate

By Rebecca Rullo, A Nutrition Communication Student at Arizona State University Many of us understand that fruits and vegetables are important for optimal health, but we may not understand how they are related to the seasons of the year. We … Continue reading →

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