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10 ways to put the Health Back into Thanksgiving Dinner

by Maggie Albro on 2018-11-19T09:00:00-05:00 | 0 Comments
 
  1. picture of a cooked turkeyAdd more vegetables (even green leafy ones)- At least one third of your plate should consist of vegetables and fruit
  2. Use a smaller plate
  3. Avoid snacking- save your calories for the main course
  4. Alter old family favorite recipes
  5. Experiment with herbs and spices and cut the salt
  6. Add sweet potatoes to white potatoes to create a creamy texture (or go with 100% sweet potatoes)
  7. Adding butternut squash or acorn squash to mashed potatoes is a yummy alternative
  8. Enjoy your food- don’t punish yourself for small indulgences
  9. Be sure you are drinking plenty of water throughout the day!
  10. Don’t forget to add some physical activity into your family’s day!

 

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