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At the heart of good health is good nutrition. From eating leaner cuts of meat to cooking and preparing meals in heart-healthy ways, our dietary recommendations can help with both the management and prevention of heart disease.


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Smoothies are a go-to breakfast for many, especially as the weather warms up. Have you tried adding beans to your smoothie yet?? It may sound odd but trust us - it works! Boost the fiber, protein, and creaminess of your smoothie by adding beans. Try this Chocolate Banana Black Bean Smoothie and the Strawberry Banana White Bean Smoothie and let us know what you think. We'd love to see your photos, so please tag us!

Find the recipe for both these smoothies at Food Smart Colorado, link in bio.

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Smoothies are a go-to breakfast for many, especially as the weather warms up. Have you tried adding beans to your smoothie yet?? It may sound odd but trust us - it works! Boost the fiber, protein, and creaminess of your smoothie by adding beans. Try this Chocolate Banana Black Bean Smoothie and the Strawberry Banana White Bean Smoothie and let us know what you think. We'd love to see your photos, so please tag us! Find the recipe for both these smoothies at Food Smart Colorado, link in bio. Photo by PhD student @alegumeaday #FoodSmartColorado #CSUExtension #lovepulses #pulses #beans #smoothie #smoothies #legumes #Fiber #Protein #HealthyEating
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Rhubarb is one of the first garden offerings starting in early May! Learn all about Rhubarb, preservation methods, as well as a delicious rhubarb lemonade recipe by visiting the link in our bio. 

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Rhubarb is one of the first garden offerings starting in early May! Learn all about Rhubarb, preservation methods, as well as a delicious rhubarb lemonade recipe by visiting the link in our bio. #foodsmartcolorado #rhubarb #coloradoproduce #rhubarblemonade #nutrition #healthbenefits
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Spring is a wonderful time in Colorado. Visit the link in our bio to explore ideas and ways to re-energize your body and be active in the spring!

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Spring is a wonderful time in Colorado. Visit the link in our bio to explore ideas and ways to re-energize your body and be active in the spring! #foodsmartcolorado #spring #colorado #nature #active #biking #yoga #running #outdoors
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Learn what gluten is, how to bake without gluten, baking tips, and much more about gluten free baking by visiting the link that's in our bio!

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Learn what gluten is, how to bake without gluten, baking tips, and much more about gluten free baking by visiting the link that's in our bio! #foodsmartcolorado #baking #glutenfree #bakingtips #glutenfreebaking #bake
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Learn the many different suggestions and ways to add variety to your physical activity by visiting the link in our bio!

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