Category Archives: Healthy Eating
Sprinkle Your Foods with a Little Extra Nutrition!
By Heide Kennedy, Arizona Farm Bureau Communications Intern Often when we think of cooking healthy meals and eating healthier in general, we think of making some drastic changes to our diets, such as cutting carbs, reducing sugar or sodium intake, … Continue reading
Added Sugar is Linked to Poor Health
By Heide Kennedy, Arizona Farm Bureau Communications Intern We all know that we as Americans consume quite a bit of added sugars. Whether it be in sugary sodas, coffees, desserts, or sugary snacks, added sugar is everywhere! According to Linda … Continue reading
Study: Vitamin D Levels Linked to Lower Risk of Cognitive Issues
By Heide Kennedy, Arizona Farm Bureau Communications Intern A recent study published in Alzheimer’s & Dementia: The Journal of the Alzheimer’s Association shows that there is a link between higher levels of vitamin D in four regions of the brain … Continue reading
Arizona Grown Citrus Boosts Your Immunity!
By Heide Kennedy, Arizona Farm Bureau Communications Intern Did you know that Arizona’s temperature and soil are perfect for growing all sorts of citrus? Oranges, tangerines, grapefruit, and lemons all grow very well here in our home state. In fact, … Continue reading
Papaya – A Nutritious Tropical Treat!
When you think of refreshing summertime snacks, what comes to mind? Often, watermelon is the go-to answer due to its cold, crisp, sweet, and high water content. Additionally, watermelon is super nutritious. Of course, we grow lots of watermelon in … Continue reading