Category Archives: Healthy Eating

Americans Need to Consume More Whole Grains

By Heide Kennedy, Arizona Farm Bureau Communications Intern Take a minute and think about all that you typically consume. How much, if any, of your diet is comprised of whole grains? Recent research suggests that while Americans are eating more … Continue reading

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Add Some Citrus to Your Water

By Heide Kennedy, Arizona Farm Bureau Communications Intern We all know the importance of staying hydrated. It is especially important for those of us living here in Arizona, as the heat during the summer can get quite intense, making it … Continue reading

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20 Dietician-Recommended Heart-Healthy Snacks

By Heide Kennedy, Arizona Farm Bureau Communications Intern   We all know the feeling when a few hours after lunch, we begin to feel “snacky” again. Often, when it comes to buying or preparing snacks, our main objectives are to … Continue reading

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Almonds Promote Gut Health

By Heide Kennedy, Arizona Farm Bureau Fill Your Plate Intern Gut health is a topic that has been receiving a lot of attention lately, and as it should. Our gut health is crucial to our overall health. Since digestion occurs … Continue reading

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Study: Green Tea is Good for Your Gut!

By: Heide Kennedy, Arizona Farm Bureau Communications Intern Besides writing articles for the Fill Your Plate blog, also work full-time for Dutch Bros Coffee. When people hear that I work there, they always as me what my favorite drink is. … Continue reading

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