Notes for the Road: Walk Georgia Blog

Back to Basics: Carb Counting

Mar 9, 2017
USDA MyPlate

By now, you probably know that carbohydrates are a nutrient in food that affects your blood sugar. Eat too many, and your blood sugar may get too high. If you don’t eat enough carbohydrate, your blood sugar may be too low.
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State Park: Fort Mountain

Mar 8, 2017
Fort Mtn

Children’s Wild Fitness Hike: Saturday, Mar 11, 2017 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM
Have fun, get outdoors, and get active acting like some of our local wildlife. Join a ranger on this hike around the lake trail. Mimic wildlife movements and learn about wildlife at the same time. $5 parking. 706-922-1432.
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UGA SNAP-Ed

Mar 3, 2017
Food Talk logo

Athens, GA – The University of Georgia Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education (UGA SNAP-Ed) offers free nutrition education classes to Georgia residents in communities across the state. The Food Talk curriculum was originally developed at UGA by the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) staff and may be familiar…
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State Park: Watson Mill

Mar 1, 2017
Watson Mill Covered Bridge

Looking for places to visit during spring break? One of north Georgia’s most picturesque state parks is Watson Mill State Park. This park features the longest remaining covered bridge in the state.
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Recipe: Chili and Spice Seasoning

Feb 28, 2017
Chili and Spice Seasoning

A combination of zesty herbs and spices add flavor without adding salt. Make this seasoning mix ahead of time and keep it in your pantry to use in soups, stews, sauces, casseroles, and more!
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Combating High Cholesterol

Feb 23, 2017
Healthy lifestyle concept with diet and fitness on wooden boards

We will round out American Heart Month with tips to fight high cholesterol. High cholesterol increases the risk of having a stroke or heart attack.
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