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50 things to do this summer
hen was the last time you ate three meals in a day? What was the last snack you had? If you can answer the snack question faster than you can answer the meals question, it’s not surprising. Today’s on-the-go, 24/7 lifestyle has created a nation of snackers. In fact, about half the nation eats fewer than three meals in a day, according to a survey. Instead, people average two meals and three snacks in a 24-hour period. And no matter how healthconscious people are, more than two-thirds (69 percent) of people are snacking on what they want vs. foods with the nutrients they need. The good news is, that if you do it right, snacking can help you satisfy your cravings and give your body what it needs.
Snack Attacks Snacks can help boost your energy in between meals and keep you from eating too much when you do sit down for those meals. But not everyone is snacking wisely. Nearly half (48 percent) of those surveyed said they would be more embarrassed to tell people what they snacked on during the last week than reveal how much they weigh. Banishing enjoyable snacks
altogether, however, may just increase your cravings. The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics says it’s ok to give in to cravings when looking at the total diet or overall pattern of food eaten. The organization says all foods can fit into a healthy eating pattern if consumed in moderation with appropriate portion size and regular physical activity. Making some smart substitutions and indulging in the occasional treat can go a long way toward helping you stick to your healthy eating goals. (See sidebar, “What are you hungry for?” for substitution tips.)
Become a Fan of Fruit The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics says that reaching for fruit can help satisfy a sweet tooth at the same time it gives you nutrients like vitamins A and C, folate, potassium, fiber and phytonutrients. Here are some delicious fruit snack ideas: n Fruit pops: Freeze pureed fruit or juice in ice cube trays or paper cups with wooden sticks. Try mango, papaya, apricots or orange juice. n Fruit mix: Mix dried fruits in a zip-top bag: apple slices, apricots, blueberries, cherries, cranberries, pear slices and raisins.
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Need an idea to entertain your kids, out-of-town visitors or yourself during the summer months? Well, look no further. Through August, The Newnan-Times Herald will give you some great ideas for family fun!
a guide to activities and destinations
ATLANTA Centennial Olympic Park Downtown Atlanta’s gathering place is Centennial Olympic Park, the lasting legacy to the 1996 Summer Olympic Games. This 21-acre park boasts a variety of free, fun-filled family entertainment throughout the year. This summer, Music @ Noon is the lunchtime getaway with live music from Noon to 1 p.m. every Tuesday and Thursday. Atlanta’s longest-running free concert series – Wednesday WindDown – again returns every Wednesday from 5:30 to 8 p.m. featuring jazz to contemporary music. Another favorite dots the schedule – Fourth Saturday Family Fun Day. Each fourth Saturday of the month, an afternoon of themed family fun begins at Noon with interactive, entertaining and educational activities for children. Centennial Olympic Park is located at 220 International Blvd., in Atlanta. It is open daily from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. Admission to the park is free. Call 404-223-4412 or visit www.centennialpark.com
CONYERS Georgia International Horse Park Fairs, festivals, equestrian and sporting events, concerts, car shows, rodeos, mountain bike races and more... the world-class, multi-use Georgia International Horse Park has it all. Located only 28 miles east of Atlanta in charming Conyers, this complex is open for a multitude of events year-round. The park’s sprawling 1,400 acres also boasts amenities such as miles of trails for cycling or horseback riding, the Big Haynes Nature Center, the acclaimed Cherokee Run Golf Course and a luxurious suites hotel. Of course, the Horse
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Park served as the equestrian venue for the largest sporting event in the world: The 1996 Centennial Olympic Games. The Georgia International Horse Park is located at 1996 Centennial Olympic Parkway in Conyers. For information and events, call 770-860-4190 or visit www.georgiahorsepark.com
NEWNAN MainStreet Newnan Market Days If you like shopping in an outdoor setting, then MainStreet Newnan Market Days is the place for you. With the lovely downtown Square as the backdrop, shoppers can choose from handmade, homemade or homegrown products of vendors from Coweta County and surrounding areas. Market Days take place on the first Saturday of every month in downtown Newnan from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admis-
sion is free. Call 770-253-8283 or visit www.mainstreetnewnan.com
Newnan Theatre Company Newnan Theatre Company has been providing live entertainment in downtown Newnan for over 30 years. With a full season of 10 shows, NTC is a busy and active theatre. Additionally, it offers youth programming, an improvisational comedy group (NITWITS), interactive murder mysteries, special events, and summer and holiday theatre camps for children. The 2012-13 season runs from August to May and includes popular plays such as Fiddler on the Roof (Aug. 30 - Sept. 9), A Christmas Carol (Dec. 6-16), The Producers (March 1424) and Driving Miss Daisy (April 1121). The KidsCamp takes place in 1/2 day or full day sessions from early June through July as campers participate in
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Go to times-herald.com to see 50 Things To Do This Summer!
Why the Sun’s Rays Raise our Spirits One reason we all feel happier when the sun's shining is because it's quite literally doing us good. Sunlight is our biggest source of vitamin D — essential for healthy bones — and a daily dose enhances your immune system, encourages healthy circulation and increases the brain's production of the feel-good hormones, endorphins and serotonin. Getting enough sunlight during the day can also help us sleep better at night as it results in increased melatonin, enhancing restful sleep and slowing down the aging process. Sunlight even helps to balance out your hormones and can work towards relieving the symptoms of PMS! Of course, how long we spend sunning ourselves varies from person to
person and the amount of time you need to spend in the sun for your skin to make enough vitamin D depends on a number of factors. These include your skin type, for example how dark your skin is or how easily you get sunburnt, the time of year and the time of day. Short daily periods of sun exposure without sunscreen on summer days — between 11am and 3pm — are enough for most people to make enough vitamin D. But be warned — a short period in the sun means a matter of minutes: about 10 to 15 minutes for most people, and is less than the time it takes you to start going red or burn. The larger the area of your skin that
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