{"602600":{"#nid":"602600","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Georgia Tech Health Initiatives Hosts Adulting Series","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EGeorgia Tech Health Initiatives is presenting a free series of events aimed to give students real life skills that aren\u0026rsquo;t taught in the classroom.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOne session has already passed, but there are still two left.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe series kicked off Feb. 7 with a session focused on cooking healthy while on a budget. Jonathan Leonard, executive chef at West Village, demonstrated how to make a quinoa bowl with roasted vegetables and several different types of hummus while a dietitian explained the various choices he was making. He also discussed how to grocery shop on a budget and gave several tips and tricks, such as looking for fruits and vegetables that are in season and buying non-perishable goods in bulk.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe session concluded with a taste test of all of the dishes. Students also received several recipes, a grocery list guide, and other useful information (see below) to enable them to apply these lessons in their daily lives. \u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EPart three of the series, titled \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.calendar.gatech.edu\/event\/600482\u0022\u003ECrafting a Purpose \u0026ndash; Exploring Your Meaning\u003C\/a\u003E, takes place on Wednesday, Feb. 28, from 5 to 6 p.m. in Student Center room 301. The goal is to learn how to understand your purpose and meaning in life and discover the motivation behind certain decisions. There will also be a discussion about ways to manage stress, including art therapy and vision boards.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe final installment, \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.calendar.gatech.edu\/event\/600483\u0022\u003EBuilding Professional Relationships\u003C\/a\u003E, will be on Tuesday, March 6, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. in Student Center room 321. Students will participate in a panel discussion with Georgia Tech faculty and staff and learn how to build professional relationships that will help as they pursue careers. \u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAll of the events are free, but registration is required. Visit \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/healthinitiatives.gatech.edu\/adulting\u0022\u003Ehealthinitiatives.gatech.edu\/adulting\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Ch5\u003EMini-fridge Makeover: 8 Healthy Foods to Keep in Your Dorm Mini-Fridge\u003C\/h5\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Col\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELow-fat cheese\u003C\/strong\u003E: Pair with whole grain bread or crackers for an easy snack.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EVegetables\u003C\/strong\u003E: Pre-washed and pre-cut varieties paired with dips like hummus make a convenient snack.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFruit\u003C\/strong\u003E: Watch out for added sugars and syrups in pre-packaged fruit, though.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ENuts and nut butters\u003C\/strong\u003E: These last longer when stored in the fridge. Pair with apple slices or whole grain toast.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EEggs\u003C\/strong\u003E: Use a microwave-safe bowl or mug to scramble eggs for a quick breakfast or snack.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMilk and yogurt\u003C\/strong\u003E: Low-fat milk can be added to oatmeal or whole grain cereals for a filling, nutritious breakfast. Individual containers of low-fat yogurt are convenient and portable.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EHummus\u003C\/strong\u003E: Pair with raw veggies or spread onto a whole wheat pita with tomatoes and cucumbers for an easy, nutritious snack.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESalsa\u003C\/strong\u003E: Pair with a serving of whole grain tortilla chips or raw veggies.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ol\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EGeorgia Tech Health Initiatives is presenting a free series of events aimed to give students real life skills that aren\u0026rsquo;t taught in the classroom.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","format":"limited_html"}],"field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"Georgia Tech Health Initiatives is presenting a free series of events aimed to give students real life skills that aren\u2019t taught in the classroom. 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