8 Healthy Thanksgiving Tips
Follow these simple steps to enjoy your Thanksgiving without sacrificing your health efforts.
Move your body - Walk or do light exercise after meals. Research shows it helps lower blood sugar.
Eat breakfast - Don’t skip meals to “save up” calories.
Prioritize protein & vegetables - Fill half your plate with non-starchy vegetables (e.g. salad, Brussels sprouts, asparagus) and at least a quarter of your plate with protein. Eat the protein and vegetables before the carbohydrates to prevent a glucose spike.
Remember the 3-bite rule - If you make a mindful decision to indulge, enjoy three bites slowly, savor the flavors and experience, and then move on. The first three bites are always the best anyway!
Stay hydrated - Aim for 100oz water (no less than 64oz). Have water between any alcoholic beverages.
Eat slowly & savor - Taste and enjoy every bite and chew well.
Skip seconds - Serve yourself a plate, look at it before you start eating, and assess that you have everything you want to try so there is no need to go back for more.
Enjoy the people - Enjoy time with family and friends instead of focusing on the food. Make memories!
