How Do You Navigate Snack Platters At Parties?
Summertime is almost here – and that means barbecues, vacation get togethers, cookouts and parties with friends and family. It’s easy to mindlessly fill up on high calorie snacks, but with a little preplanning, you can attend any kind of party and still keep your waistline trim.Follow these suggestions for healthy snacking when at your next party. Eat a healthy snack an hour before leaving for the party, such as a piece of fruit and a few slices of leftover cooked chicken, turkey or roast beef or a piece of cheese. If you’re starving when you get to the party you’re bound to be too tempted to resist the high-fat treats. Take five minutes to survey the food available and decide in advance what you will have. Make one trip through instead of returning for seconds. Load up on fresh vegetables, salad without dressing, and meat, chicken or fish without sauce. Plain crackers, olives, and pretzels are also good choices.Beware of dips and salad dressing; if you’re going to use them, place a ta
