Category Archives: Nutrition
Perk Energy and Perk Chill: Great Coffee or Hot Cocoa Alternatives
By Sarah Hunt, AZFB Communications Intern I have been looking for a good, low sugar alternative to hot cocoa, and I found it! It’s called Perk Chill (or Perk Energy for you caffeine lovers). As we’re getting into … Continue reading
New U.S. Dietary Guidelines
By Sarah Hunt, AZFB Communications Intern Did you know the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) came out with a new set of dietary guidelines last year? I didn’t either … Continue reading
What A Heart Healthy Diet Is and Why You Should Start It Now
By Sarah Hunt, AZFB Communications Intern Heart disease is the number one cause of death in Americans, according to the American Heart Association. But did you know that it’s largely preventable? Eating healthy and exercising can help you avoid … Continue reading
The Positive Relationship Between Calcium and Vitamin D
As we age, we realize the importance of certain nutrients and vitamins over others. Certainly, women when it comes to aging and our bones. More research continues to prove this point as it relates to calcium and vitamin D. And … Continue reading
Why Beets Are Considered a Superfood
By Julie Murphree, Arizona Farm Bureau Outreach Director My salad today was full of red and gold beets; so yummy. I love beets in a salad. I love them pickled, baked and more. So, when I hear from the experts … Continue reading