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Give Your Gut what it Needs: Fiber

Posted on February 1, 2017 by Fill Your Plate

By Nathan Chambers,  Recent ASU Communication Nutrition Student   We all know that we should eat more fiber because it aids in digestion. But you may not have known the other important functions of dietary fiber… and they are much … Continue reading →

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Convince Your Kiddos to Eat More Fiber

Posted on January 23, 2017 by Fill Your Plate

By Kevin Dietmeyer, Recent ASU Nutrition Student  “I can’t get my kids to stop eating fiber,” said no one ever.  As adults, so often you hear, “I eat plenty of protein,” or “I make sure to watch my carbs late … Continue reading →

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Everything You Ever wanted to know about Fiber

Posted on December 23, 2016 by Fill Your Plate

By Laura Slatalla, recent ASU Nutrition Student Part 1: Everything you Ever Wanted to Know About Cholesterol  On average, American adults only eat about 15 grams of fiber a day, when women need 25 grams and men need 38 grams. … Continue reading →

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Figs, Fabulous Figs

Posted on October 30, 2013 by Fill Your Plate

The first week in November is National Fig Week which is a great opportunity to try this luscious and sweet fruit that offers some pretty fantastic health benefits.  Whether you chose to eat them fresh or dried, figs are packed … Continue reading →

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