Category Archives: Health Tips

Sesame Chard Salad

Posted on November 16, 2020 by Fill Your Plate

By Sarah Hunt, AZFB Communications Intern   Photo: Pixabay   What is chard? “The colorful, leafy green known as Swiss chard is actually a beet that was developed specifically for its edible stems and leaves, which are often used in … Continue reading →

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Over The Years: Fill Your Plate’s Collection of Thanksgiving Articles

Posted on November 13, 2020 by Fill Your Plate

By Sarah Hunt, AZFB Communications Intern   Photo: Pixabay   The holidays can be filled with stress, worry, lots of work, and lots of sugar. Don’t let those things take you over! Here is all of Fill Your Plate’s best … Continue reading →

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Health Benefits from Green Tea and Coffee

Posted on October 26, 2020 by Fill Your Plate

By Sarah Hunt, AZFB Communications Intern   Photo: Pixabay   Although I am not a coffee or tea drinker, this article is for all you caffeine lovers. There have been studies done showing the health benefits of coffee and green … Continue reading →

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How Protein Helps Support our Bodies as we Age

Posted on October 12, 2020 by Fill Your Plate

By Sarah Hunt, AZFB Communications Intern   As we all know, protein is an essential part of a healthy diet. It keeps us full for longer, recovers our muscles after exercising, and gives us nutrients and energy we can’t get … Continue reading →

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The Truth About Nutella

Posted on September 25, 2020 by Fill Your Plate

By Sarah Hunt, AZFB Communications Intern   Photo: Hungry Onion blog Chocolate hazelnut spread is a favorite treat across the world. But have you ever looked at its nutrition label? Here’s all the facts, and why you might want to … Continue reading →

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