Thanksgiving is a time to enjoy food with friends and family. We also need to remember that feeling good by eating nutritious foods and not overdoing it is also important for our bodies. Remember that there’s no need to overdo it. Enjoy all foods while aiming to have more of the foods that won’t make you feel horrible after. Limiting food does not mean it’s off limits, simply consume a smaller amount and add more of the food that nourishes your body.

Incorporate more fruits, vegetables, and lean meats.

How to add more Fruits to Thanksgiving?

 Add fruits to pies, ice cream toppings, make a fruit salad, add fresh fruit to pastries. In desserts, add more fruit than the recipe calls for. Typical fruit during thanksgiving are cranberry, apple, figs, grapes, & pears.

How to add more Vegetables to Thanksgiving?

Don’t skip out on veggies! Add veggies to different entrees like adding kale to stuffing, mushrooms to gravy, spinach to mashed potatoes or a vegetable casserole. Veggies can be added to dessert too like zucchini brownies. Make sure to have a variety of color on your plate. Typical veggies during thanksgiving are green beans,  Brussels sprouts, squash, peas, roasted carrots.

How to add more Lean Meats to Thanksgiving?

Stick with the leaner cut meats like turkey and chicken. And remember don’t overdo it, aim to have a variety of foods AND color on your plate. Baked beans are a great option too.

Happy Holidays!