Tag Archives: vitamins

Glorious Grapes

Posted on February 1, 2016 by Fill Your Plate

By Lauren Scott, Arizona Farm Bureau Intern   One of my favorite fruits in the world is the humble grape, and although they are little, they are tasty, packed with nutrition, and one of the more versatile fruits I’ve come … Continue reading →

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What do you know about Microgreens?

Posted on December 30, 2015 by Fill Your Plate

By Lauren Scott, Arizona Farm Bureau Intern Have you ever heard of Microgreens? Well, they are the shoots of salad vegetables that are harvested right after the first leaves develop. Think arugula, broccoli, chard, mustard, and kale, among the many … Continue reading →

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3 Big Reasons to add more Vitamin C to your Routine

Posted on October 23, 2015 by Fill Your Plate

By Lisa Kaschmitter, Arizona State University Nutrition Student   More than ever before, Arizona families have greater opportunities to eat a balanced diet with a good mix of vitamins and minerals. And, while the best place to get those vitamins … Continue reading →

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You ‘Butter’ Believe It

Posted on October 21, 2015 by Fill Your Plate

Lauren Scott, Arizona Farm Bureau Intern In the spirit of the famous 12-step program, “Hi, my name is Lauren, and I’m addicted to butter.” I’ve done step one and confessed. But please, don’t make me give up butter! Besides, maybe … Continue reading →

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