Thursday is the big day, and if you’re not done preparing just yet, consider making some of these healthy edits to your menu.
It’ll leave you more time to ponder the big questions, like “What time will Great Uncle Hank break out the flask?” and “Do I even own a turkey baster?” instead of the usual: “Has anyone seen my fat pants?”
At the table
Pile on the veggies. “Try making at least 50 percent of your plate vegetables. Challenge yourself to eat all your veggies so you are filling up on healthier, lower-calorie foods. This way, you will still have room to indulge but it will be easier to not go overboard.” — Keri Glassman, MS,RD, CDN, founder and president of Keri Glassman Nutritious Life and Nutritious Life Meals
Don’t drink your cals. “Keep all liquids calorie-free unless it is an alcoholic beverage (which would be considered a carb). Go with carbonated water or unsweetened iced tea.” — Robert Ferguson, MS, CN, certified nutritionist and fitness expert @dietfreelife
Watch your serving size. “With any starchy side you need to practice portion control. Choose one starchy side and aim to have 1/2 cup.” — Keri Glassman
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