Category Archives: Kids

Make Your Own Granola Bars

Posted on April 5, 2019 by Fill Your Plate

By Alexandra Pettit, AZFB Communications Intern Since the age of ten making homemade granola bars has always been a favorite activity of mine. It’s super easy, and you can change up the recipe as much or as little as you … Continue reading →

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Nutrition Issues When Your Child is an Athlete

Posted on February 8, 2019 by Fill Your Plate

Conrad Sanders, NDTR Graduate, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Recent Dietetic Intern I.S.P.P. University of Arizona University of Arizona   In today’s world, we’re being constantly inundated with fad diets and ways to lead a healthier lifestyle in an effort … Continue reading →

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Celebration of Beauty

Posted on February 1, 2019 by Fill Your Plate

By Alexandra Pettit Starting February 1st Schnepf Farms will open their orchards to the public to share the sweet smell of the peach blossom. During this experience, many can enjoy the beauty of over 80 acres of peach trees that … Continue reading →

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Fill your Plate: Hidden veggies and fun snack for kids

Posted on January 28, 2019 by Fill Your Plate

By Sandra J., Dietetic Intern at the University of Arizona Making meals and snacks that your kids will eat and like can be challenging. As busy parents, making creative meals may sound impossible. So Much so, that parents will settle … Continue reading →

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Food Styling: to Help your Picky Toddler Eat More Healthy

Posted on January 2, 2019 by Fill Your Plate

By Erika Barrera, University of Arizona ISPP dietetic intern Are you having trouble finding ways to have your toddler eat healthy? Well, food styling may be just for you and your kiddo!   A toddler’s diet can be unpredictable…Every day … Continue reading →

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