{"id":108840,"date":"2026-06-30T10:34:27","date_gmt":"2026-06-30T18:34:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.georgefox.edu\/ennounce\/?p=108840"},"modified":"2026-05-20T10:37:17","modified_gmt":"2026-05-20T18:37:17","slug":"wellness-wednesday-savoring-summer-picnics-and-barbecues","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.georgefox.edu\/ennounce\/2026\/06\/30\/wellness-wednesday-savoring-summer-picnics-and-barbecues\/","title":{"rendered":"Wellness Wednesday: Savoring Summer Picnics and Barbecues"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Summer is officially here, bringing along with it the unmistakable aroma of backyard barbecues and the timeless charm of park picnics. While these warm-weather gatherings are fantastic for our social wellness, the heavy sides, sugary marinades and endless chip bowls can often leave us feeling sluggish.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This Wellness Wednesday, let\u2019s flip the script: You don&#8217;t have to choose between reaching your health goals and enjoying your favorite seasonal traditions. By shifting your focus to fresh, vibrant ingredients, you can easily turn any outdoor cookout into a nutrient-dense celebration that keeps you feeling light and energized.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Upgrading your summer basket is simpler \u2013 and tastier \u2013 than you think. Start by loading up the grill with color, tossing on skewers of zucchini, bell peppers, and even sliced peaches or pineapple for a naturally sweet, caramelized dessert.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Next, rethink the heavy sides by swapping out mayo-laden potato salads for a crisp cucumber-tomato salad or a Mediterranean pasta tossed in olive oil and lemon juice.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finally, beat the heat by trading sugary sodas for infused hydration, like ice-cold water packed with fresh mint and seasonal berries. With these mindful adjustments, you can savor every bite of the season while giving your body exactly what it needs to thrive.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Need some inspiration? Check out these <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/providencebasecamp.org\/whatweeat\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">healthy nutrition resources<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Summer is officially here, bringing along with it the unmistakable aroma of backyard barbecues and the timeless charm of park picnics. While these warm-weather gatherings are fantastic for our social wellness, the heavy sides, sugary marinades and endless chip bowls can often leave us feeling sluggish. 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