It’s that time of year again that friends and family get together on the fourth Thursday of November as a way to give thanks and enjoy each other’s company.
It’s also the start of the Holidays, a time where people can see themselves pack on some extra pounds.
At Evolution Healthworks love Thanksgiving and will be celebrating it with friends and family, but will be watching how much we consume.
Check out these 7 tips for a healthier Thanksgiving!
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Make your stuffing using whole grain breadcrumbs rather than white breadcrumbs.
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Make a big healthy salad filled with leafy greens. Leafy greens are extremely alkaline and will provide you with antioxidants and help balance your body pH.
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Try making an alternative to mashed potatoes like Maple Sweet Potatoes. Mashed potatoes are full of butter and milk and can really bring up your calorie count.
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Buy organic if possible. Choosing non-organic items from the “clean 15 list” can save you some money
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Drink alkaline water rather than alcohol. If you really feel the need to drink, drink red wine, which is full of antioxidants.
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Cook with as much fresh food as possible. Try making your own cranberry sauce using fresh cranberries!
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Do not fry foods! Instead grill, boil or sauté.
Gobble, Gobble!