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Everything You Ever Wanted to Know about Cholesterol…

Posted on December 9, 2016 by Fill Your Plate

By Laura Slatalla, Recent ASU Nutrition Student What is cholesterol? Cholesterol is a fat-like substance that plays a role in making hormones, and keeping your brain and skin healthy. It’s needed for digestion and cell membranes. It’s essential in your … Continue reading →

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Why Nutrient Deficiency is Less Likely When Eating Seasonally

Posted on December 2, 2016 by Fill Your Plate

By Rebecca Rullo, A Nutrition Communication Student at Arizona State University Many of us understand that fruits and vegetables are important for optimal health, but we may not understand how they are related to the seasons of the year. We … Continue reading →

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The Calcium Effect

Posted on October 24, 2016 by Fill Your Plate

By Jacob Gerdes, recent Arizona State University Nutrition Communications Student   We have been told from a young age about the importance of calcium in our diets. And now, many pass that same knowledge from their parents to their own … Continue reading →

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Add More Fish to Your Diet!

Posted on August 29, 2016 by Fill Your Plate

By Laura Slatalla, recent ASU Nutrition Communication Student You’ve probably heard at one point or another that taking fish oil capsules are good for you. But, if you don’t want oily fish burps then work towards eating actual fish two … Continue reading →

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My Kid Won’t Eat That

Posted on June 15, 2016 by Fill Your Plate

By Laura Slatalla, ASU Nutrition Student We all want our kids to eat their fruits and vegetables and grow up strong and healthy, but why do so many get stuck in a rut heating up some chicken nuggets every night? … Continue reading →

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