05.15.2025
Water You Waiting For?
Adequate hydration offers numerous benefits that significantly impact overall well-being. Water boosts energy, supports healthy digestion and circulation, helps regulate temperature, improves mental clarity, and so much more.
04.21.2025
Pre and Probiotics for Gut Health
Our previous blog post discussed the relationship between the human body and the microorganisms that inhabit the gastrointestinal tract. Maintaining a lively and beneficial ecosystem of bacteria within our bodies is essential, and we can achieve this by consuming probiotics and prebiotics through our diet.
04.15.2025
The Gut Microbiome
Have you ever wondered what is really going on in your gut? The simple answer is that you have characters called microbes living rent-free in your intestines, but let’s take a deeper dive into what these little guys do to keep digestive processes running smoothly.
04.02.2025
March Mayhem 2025: O’Hacienda Remains On Top!
The results are in, and for the fourth year in a row, O’Hacienda at O-House has defended its title as March Mayhem Champion!
03.26.2025
What are Whole Grains? (Video)
Learn the ins-and-outs of whole grains and where to find them in the Dining Commons.
03.20.2025
Grain Gain: The Whole Truth about Whole Grains
By understanding the components and benefits of whole grains, you can make informed dietary choices that contribute to overall health and well-being.
03.10.2025
How UGA Dining Brings “Food Connects Us” to Life This National Nutrition Month®
March is here, and that means it's time to celebrate National Nutrition Month®! This year's theme, "Food Connects Us," is all about how food brings people together. Food is much more than just a source of nourishment, it connects all of us regardless of background, religion, culture, or language.
03.06.2025
Knowledge Check: Refined vs. Whole Grains
We've discussed grains many times on the Eating Smart Blog. Take a look back at some of our previous posts, and then try your hand at this crossword.
02.24.2025
What is Caffeine? How Much Is Safe? How Does It Work?
Caffeine is a naturally occurring central nervous system stimulant most commonly found in coffee, tea, and cacao plants. When it is consumed, caffeine is quickly absorbed into the bloodstream. Caffeine works by stimulating the central nervous system and speeds up almost all bodily functions.
02.05.2025
Is Gluten Bad for Me?
Gluten is a term that has gained a lot of attention in recent years and the popularity of gluten-free diets has risen dramatically, often surrounded by misconceptions and dietary trends. If you’ve found yourself wondering what gluten actually is and whether you should be concerned about it, you’re not alone.