Holiday is probably the worst day for are on a diet. Temptations are everywhere. It is even more difficult for them to resist the tempting aroma of those appetizing foods on the table. The great news is that there are actually many great holiday foods that, once prepared in a healthful way, will allow anyone to reap a number of nutritional benefits and help him/her lose weight.
Turkey has been noted as a valuable source of healthy protein, unless it is slathered with gravy and deep fried. The National Spokesperson for the ADA (American Dietetic Association), actually points out that one serving of turkey offers almost half of the required daily allowance of folic acid. It is also a great sources of potassium, zinc and vitamin B.
Such nutrients have been noted to protect against heart disease and cancer, improves one's immune system and keep the blood cholesterol level down. By sticking to white meat and peeling the skin off, anyone can save more than hundreds of calories at the Christmas table. The great news is that turkey is also one of the dream foods of many dieters that will fill them up once they eat just a little.
Sweet potatoes are also among the healthiest vegetables available, as long as they do not doused with marshmallows, butter and other high-calorie holiday foods. If properly roasted, sweet potatoes burst with essential nutrients such as potassium, vitamin A, fiber as well as phytochemicals, which effectively stave off arthritis, cancer and aging. Sweet potatoes will also make you full faster.
With the right food preparation process and food portions, anyone can always enjoy their most favorite, luscious meals without sacrificing their diet. These are just among the many sumptuous foods that you can include in your holiday table that will allow you to reap excellent nutritional benefits.
