Smarter Holiday Eating
This holiday season, resolve to be healthful. It can be tempting to overindulge when the table is laden with rich foods that you only eat once a year, but practicing self-control will benefit your health and your waistline. Here are some suggestions for eating sensibly:
Don't skimp on breakfast or lunch in preparation for Thanksgiving dinner. You'll be ravenous by the time you sit down to eat.
Try to get some exercise earlier in the day. A brisk walk will burn some calories and keep you focused on a healthy lifestyle.
Munch on low-cal, low-fat snacks throughout the day - raw vegetables and a low-fat dip are good alternatives to bowls of nuts or crackers and cheese. Visit the Recipes section for tasty, low-fat dips.
Watch your alcohol consumption. It's harder to keep your resolve when you're tipsy.
Practice portion control. Plan what you'll eat in advance. Stick to the white meat of the turkey; have a spoonful of potatoes but hold the butter; put a little gravy on the side of your plate, not all over your food.
Eat slowly. It takes your stomach about 20 minutes to signal your brain that it's full.
