Healthy Thanksgiving Tips

I've said it before and I'll say it again...this is a LIFESTYLE not a diet. Thanksgiving and Christmas will be no different. I'll be making choices...choices about whether to have pie or that homemade roll, to workout in the morning or after all the festivities, to have a glass of wine or some hot tea. 

I'm going to make sure I have the healthiest Thanksgiving I can but that doesn't mean deprivation and missing out on my favorite foods. I can enjoy the company of my family, talk, laugh, play games or watch a movie instead of stuffing my face with seconds or third helpings at the food table. 

Here's a few of my tips going into the big day to have a healthy balance this Thanksgiving!

- Don't skip your workout the day before or after Thanksgiving

- Pick your favorites and skip the other food you don't love as much

- Keep your portion sizes in check

- Skip the appetizers or just have a couple of your favorites, these are loaded with extra calories (the veggie tray is a healthy option!)

- Drink lots of water, it keeps you full and helps you digest your meals better

- Go for a walk after your meal instead of taking a nap

- Help wash dishes & clean up the kitchen, it burns calories!

My final tip...

Enjoy your family time, be thankful for your blessings & good health and know you have the ability to wake up tomorrow and get right back on track!!!