Helping Georgians Eat Healthy & Get Moving
While experts agree that water is the best choice before, during, and after physical activity, there are times when you might benefit from a sports drink. [1, 2] For those times, you can save a considerable amount of money by making your own homemade version. You may even feel better about what you and your family members are drinking! (more…)
At some point you may have asked yourself, “Should I be drinking sports drinks when I exercise?” If you listen to commercial ads, you might think the answer is yes. Ads tell us we should all be drinking sports drinks no matter how much (or little) we exercise. That is not the full story. (more…)
It’s summertime in “the Peach State,” and what better way to celebrate than by enjoying the official fruit of Georgia! While peaches are easy to appreciate on their own, they can also be used in a variety of dishes to add color, texture, and brightness. If you are looking for new and creative ways to prepare this fruit this season, we’ve got some ideas for you. Remember: fresh, canned, or frozen… they all count towards your daily fruit intake! (more…)
This summer may look a little bit different than most, but that does not mean that it has to lose its spark. There are still plenty of activities for all ages that can be done right in the comfort of your home… or maybe in the backyard! Here is a list of ideas for the family nights to come: (more…)