Helping Georgians Eat Healthy & Get Moving
Have you ever wanted to open your pantry door and be able to make a healthy, family approved meal from the ingredients you have on hand?
Building your pantry up with staple ingredients can give you the freedom to make meals using only the ingredients you already have!
Packing a nutritious snack ahead of time can help you avoid resorting to fast food when you’re on the go. Here are a few snack ideas that taste great and will give you the energy you need to make the most of your day.
Let’s face it – fast food happens. We all eat it – some of us more than others. Did you know that while fast food might taste good to our taste buds – it doesn’t do much good for the rest of our body? (more…)
If you’re worried about spoilage, think about buying frozen fruit or veggies – or even freezing your own. Fruits and vegetables hold up well in the freezer and you can quickly add frozen veggies to soups, spaghetti sauce, scrambled eggs, or hot dishes and no one would ever know they had been stored in the freezer. You can unthaw fruit and add to low-fat yogurt or in a smoothie for a refreshing sweet treat. (more…)