Have A “Stress Less” Thanksgiving

I was just on Let’s Talk Live talking about tips to avoid stress over the holidays. About 90% of Americans report stressing out over something. Here are a few ideas to make your life a little easier, as well as improve your health, so that you can get through this holiday season healthy and happy. Eat A Balanced Breakfast This goes for all year round, but it is especially important around the holidays. Many people think that skipping breakfast isn’t a big deal when they are short on time, but it’s important to understand that eating at regular intervals promotes weight management and will help stabilize your moods, easing stress. Make sure to eat a balanced breakfast; I like to include milk in my family’s breakfasts because it is a “breakfast powerhouse” with 9 essential nutrients, including lean protein. Make seasonal “pumpkin spice oatmeal” with steel cut oats,  1/4 cup per serving of pumpkin puree, cinnamon, and honey. Make it with milk and drink an 8oz glass of milk on the side for 8 grams of protein. You could also make it ahead of time to serve for breakfast on Thanksgiving day, so you have one less thing to worry about cooking. For another good on the go breakfast, try this milk-based green smoothie Image reprinted with permission from http://www.butterthantoast.com and http://www.healthyaperture.com you can assemble in your blender, store in the fridge overnight and blend in the morning before you head out the door. C...
Source: Balanced Health and Nutrition Rebecca Scritchfield's Blog - Category: Nutritionists and Food Scientists Authors: Tags: cooking nutrition recipes cranberries got milk libby's canned vegetables thanksgiving thanksgiving recipes Source Type: blogs