FOOD & NUTRITION
As the holidays approach, it’s easy to overindulge and get off track when it comes to eating healthy. Though you may not always have control of what foods are being prepared, here are some tips to make help you make better choices this holiday season: Don’t skip meals to save up for dinner. You are more likely to overeat when skipping meals.
Load half your plate with vegetables. Then add small portions of the not-so-healthy sides.
Offer to bring a healthier version of a favored dish, so that you can enjoy eating without the guilt.
Eat slowly so you don’t overeat.
Prepare your dishes from scratch so you can control the amount of fat, sugar and sodium.
Choose dishes that you love and can’t get any other time of the year. Stay active! Go for a walk before and after meals.
That said, here are some healthier versions of some holiday favorites.
Apple Cranberry Stuffing Serves 8-12
INGREDIENTS 12 cups toasted bread cubes 3 cups onion, diced 3 cups apple, peeled and diced 2 cups celery, diced 2 ½ cups low-sodium chicken or turkey broth 1 cup dried cranberries 1 cup unsalted butter 2 large eggs 3 Tbs. fennel seed 3 Tbs. fresh sage, chopped 3 Tbs. fresh thyme, chopped 3 Tbs. fresh rosemary, chopped Salt & pepper to taste 18 FALL 2022
