Welcome to DU! The truly grassroots left-of-center political community where regular people, not algorithms, drive the discussions and set the standards. Join the community: Create a free account Support DU (and get rid of ads!): Become a Star Member Latest Breaking News General Discussion The DU Lounge All Forums Issue Forums Culture Forums Alliance Forums Region Forums Support Forums Help & Search

The DU Lounge

brokechris

(192 posts)

6. Every family has different traditions

Reply to Denninmi (Original post)

Sat Nov 17, 2012, 09:40 AM

Nov 2012

but most of the foods that are popularly associated with Thanksgiving are pretty healthy. Turkey, pumpkin, cranberries....yummy and healthy! I just don't over indulge on the stuffing and potatoes (although I do have a bit because it is a once a year thing). And then I make sure that I get out and have some exercise after--a nice walk or bike ride....it doesn't have to be a disaster.

Edit history

Please sign in to view edit histories.

9 replies

= new reply since forum marked as read

Highlight:

The question of healthy diet vs. family desire for a traditional Thanksgiving dinner. [View all] Denninmi Nov 2012 OP

It's only one day a year. mykpart Nov 2012 #1

It's one meal and it's a celebration of sorts. You could scale it back so Arkansas Granny Nov 2012 #2

I would prepare a free range Tofurky LARED Nov 2012 #3

I agree with what others have said above Tobin S. Nov 2012 #4

I would make a variety of both healthy and traditional foods... hlthe2b Nov 2012 #5

Every family has different traditions brokechris Nov 2012 #6

Make the traditionals and set aside healthier items for yourself riderinthestorm Nov 2012 #7

If you are the cook and willing to make modifications...you have your answer. mnhtnbb Nov 2012 #8

One day won't kill you. Pop open a bottle of wine for breakfast and don't worry about it. HopeHoops Nov 2012 #9