Healthy Holiday Tips & Tricks

Here come the holidays! Family, friends, fun, and FOOD! With all of the excitement it is easy to forget about portion control and H3's healthy cooking tips. Take these 5 tips to every holiday party you attend this year and you will make it through the holidays healthy and happy.

1. Starting with the turkey: Use turkey breast with the skin off or if you are at a party go for the white meat. The white turkey meat is much leaner than the dark meat.


2. Grab a Metabo-meal: Before you head to a holiday party grab a banana, carrot sticks, or a low-calorie healthy snack. This will keep your hunger at bay and you will be less tempted to over-indulge.


3. Eat your veggies! If you are responsible to bring something for a holiday party bring a healthy option. Such as Light Hummus with vegetables, Green Pea Guacamole with baked tortilla chips, or Spinach and Artichoke Dip with a whole wheat baguette.


4. H3 Desserts: When preparing a dessert for a holiday party, cut your calories where you can. Eat only a small portion and prepare a dessert that is lighter in calories and fat. Such as; Super Soft Chocolate Cake with Oreo Filling or H3 Pumpkin Cheesecake.


5. Water: Drink up your water! Water will not only keep you hydrated but it will also fill you up. Staying hydrated by drinking water will assist you in turning down that extra piece of pecan pie, drinking excess alcohol, or any soft drinks.