Don't feel guilty about enjoying a bountiful Thanksgiving Day meal. There's some good nutrition in the holiday meal. Eat in moderation and consider the following instead of counting calories for this one meal.
- Pumpkins and Squashes are rich in vitamin A, potassium, fiber, calcium, and phytochemicals.
- Cranberries are rich in vitamins A, B, and C, as well as 12 essential minerals.
- Sweet Potatoes are rich in vitamin A and are a good source of potassium (it's okay to dial down the ooey, gooey topping).
- Turkey is the centerpiece of many Thanksgiving tables. Turkey breast is a good nutritional choice because it's low in fat. But if you prefer the turkey leg, indulge yourself. The dark meat is higher in fat but it's also about three times higher in zinc and iron, two minerals we often don't get enough of in the typical American diet.
Enjoy your Thanksgiving celebration.
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