Keeping Thanksgiving healthy this year
November 14, 2012 in Health Information, Holiday Ideas
With the holidays sneaking up on us fast, it’s time to start getting ready for family, festivities, fun and, well, food.
Here are three ways to keep your calories and health in check:
1. Eat. Do not wake up Thanksgiving morning and even think about skipping breakfast. Eating a healthy breakfast (or having your healthy juice - or both!) is a great way to ensure that you don’t over-do the more indulgent foods you might have later on that day.
2. Move. Before heading out for the festivities, take a Zumba class, participate in a Turkey-trot 5K, ride a bike, do some jumping jacks in the living room, pop in an exercise DVD — whatever it is, burn a few calories so those calories don’t burn you!
3. Contribute. If you’re in control of the meal then it’s time for you to start experimenting with healthier recipes for some of your favorite traditional recipes. If you’re visiting someone, then contribute to the meal by bringing a lightened-up side dish, fresh fruit or other healthier option.
