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8 Healthy Cocktails for Your Thanksgiving Menu

You don’t have to forgo your traditional Thanksgiving champagne cocktail, eggnog, holiday party punch or warm mulled wine before a roaring fire just because you’re dieting. While the empty calories in alcohol can be problematic when you’re trying to lose weight, it’s actually easy to fit the occasional drink into a healthy lifestyle plan. You just need to be smart about it. Choosing Cocktails Low in Calories and Sugar When selecting your Thanksgiving cocktails, choose the options with the fewest calories and the least amount of sugar. A glass of dry white or red wine, such as Chardonnay or Shiraz, fit the bill, as does light beer. A serving of many hard apple ciders, though they’re fairly high in sugar thanks to their fruit base, are under 150 calories and can be made even lighter when turned into a spritzer with some calorie-free seltzer (a Nutrisystem Free Food). Among the hard liquors, gin, rum, tequila, Scotch, Bourbon and vodka are all only about 100 calories per 1.5 ounce ser...

Balancing Tradition and Nutrition: Mindfulness Tips for a Healthy Holiday Season

The winter holidays are a time we eagerly await all year—a season filled with cherished traditions, quality time with loved ones, and, of course, delicious food. These celebrations bring joy and nostalgia, but they can also present challenges if you’re trying to maintain a healthy lifestyle. How can you fully enjoy your favorite holiday treats without feeling guilty or sacrificing your health goals? The key lies in mindful eating and finding a balance. You don’t have to give up indulgent dishes you love—instead, you can savor them intentionally while making room for nutrient-packed options that often grace holiday tables. This guide is packed with tips to help you embrace the joy of the holiday season while practicing mindful eating. Learn how to strike the perfect balance between traditional indulgences and your health goals, ensuring you end the year on a positive note and set yourself up for a healthy, happy new year. The Importance of Mindful Eating Mindful eating means payin...

20 Thanksgiving Dessert Recipes to Try This Holiday

When it comes time to gather around the table for the Thanksgiving feast, what are you most excited about? Is it the turkey, the scrumptious sides or perhaps the delicious desserts that come after the meal? If it’s Thanksgiving desserts that you crave, then you might be wondering how you can indulge on Nutrisystem without going completely off track from your healthy weight loss goals. It’s no secret that we’ve made it our mission to transform your favorite meals, snacks and desserts into perfectly-portioned, healthier versions that you love. Thanksgiving is no exception! We’ve rounded up a list of 20 Thanksgiving dessert recipes that are much healthier than your traditional pies, rolls and cakes. Read on to choose the best dessert recipes for your Thanksgiving spread. 1. Cream Cheese Pumpkin Roll Pumpkin roll is a Thanksgiving classic—perhaps just a step below pumpkin pie in fame. But this version is made lighter and healthier by using ingredients like coconut sugar, low-fat cr...

Plan Your Plate to Lose Weight: Thanksgiving Edition

Handling the temptations of Thanksgiving? No sweat. You got this. You have your plan and your recipes—nothing is going to send you off the rails this season. Except for one thing. You’re not in charge of the Thanksgiving meal this year. You’re going to someone else’s feast, someone who is probably not going to be giving a thought to the fat, sugar and calorie content of the meal except to think “more is better.” On the plus side, you won’t be nibbling and tasting while you’re cooking. That may save you some sneaky calories. But there’s no getting around it: Thanksgiving dinner is almost always a calorie bomb. Without drinks and dessert, the average Thanksgiving meal is about 3,000 calories, according to the Calorie Control Council . That’s about 500 calories shy of what you have to consume to gain a pound. So how are you going to lose weight when just one meal of the day seems designed to go directly to your thighs? Have another plan. This one will involve Nutrisystem Flex meal ...