Nutritionist: Be mindful to lighten up holiday meals

December 21, 2018

Nutritionist: Be mindful to lighten up holiday meals

Most holiday parties have a lot of food, and it's usually a lot of rich, heavy food. If you're worried about what you're eating, nutritionists say you don't necessarily have to have a fat-free holiday, but you should think about how you'll feel after eating a certain dish or getting an extra helping.

Clinical dietitian Natalia Groat offers advice and discusses why lifestyle changes are more important than diets. She also gives a demonstration of simple, nutritious recipes you can incorporate into your celebrations in the video below. 

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