Friends, family and foodThese are the hallmarks of the holiday seasonIn a recent press release, Health Canada notes that with a little planning and a few tweaks to your favourite recipes, you can stick to your healthy eating goals and enjoy the holiday seasonHealth Canada offers the following tips
Conquer the holiday rush wi th a little food planning and prep .Cook meals ahead of time and freeze extra portions to help free up timeHave a list of fast goto meal ideas built around the four food groups
Stock up on healthy snacks to have on hand: precut vegetables and fruit, hummus and whole grain pita, plain yogurt
At a party, keep your portions in check by using smaller plates and cut your chance of overeating by eating regularly during the day
Add healthy twi sts to your favourite family mealsStart your meal with soupTry roasted butternut squash or carrot soup
Use vegetables as side dishesFor a twist on mashed potatoes, try sweet potatoes with milk instead of cream
Elevate your stuffing by using whole grain bread instead of white breadAdd carrots, celery and dried fruit for extra flavour
Serve small portions of decadent desserts and lay out a platter of seasonal fruit
