Thanksgiving is a holiday of celebration, bringing together family, friends, and comfort foods. While the turkey, stuffing, and desserts are Thanksgiving staples, they often leave people feeling drowsy and sluggish.
Dr. Jacob Mey, researcher and assistant professor, and Kate Blumberg, research dietitian in Dietary Assessment and Nutrition Counseling at Pennington Biomedical, share practical tips to help you enjoy your Thanksgiving and other holiday dinners without experiencing the post-feast slump.
Start your day right Dr. Mey recommends beginning the day with a balanced, lighter meal to prevent overeating later. “Start your Thanksgiving Day with a smallerthan- usual meal – focus on whole grains, fruits, vegetables and lean proteins,” he said. “Skipping meals completely may cause excessive overeating at your Thanksgiving feast later.” Plan out the holiday meal Blumberg shared the following tips to help make the feast a little healthier: * Skip or reduce the amount of butter on your rolls and vegetables and save over 200 calories.