It's easy to go overboard when it comes to snacking during the Super Bowl. YouBeauty Nutrition Advisor Kristin Kirkpatrick, R.D., says studies show that Americans eat about 44 percent more in social settings than when dining alone.
Kirkpatrick recommends using salad bowls and plates for main dishes and going easy on or entirely skipping fatty dips and chips, which pack a lot of calories in a small serving.
Be kind to your waistline by foregoing those jalapeno poppers and chili cheese fries while cheering on your favorite team this Super Bowl Sunday. Instead, provide your party guests with a sampling of these 10 healthy and tasty snacks. Your body will thank you-inside and out.
Guacamole with veggie dippers
- Peeled, mashed avocados
- Diced tomatoes
- Garlic
- Lemon or lime juice
- Onion
- Diced cilantro
Opt for serving celery sticks, baby carrots, cucumber spears or whole wheat pita over low-nutrient tortilla chips.
Avocados are high in monounsaturated fats, a healthy type of fat that has been shown to reduce belly fat. This fabulous fruit can also give you shiny hair and glowing skin. ... more
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Guacamole with veggie dippers
- Peeled, mashed avocados
- Diced tomatoes
- Garlic
- Lemon or lime juice
- Onion
- Diced cilantro
Opt for serving celery sticks, baby carrots, cucumber spears or whole wheat pita over low-nutrient tortilla chips.
Avocados are high in monounsaturated fats, a healthy type of fat that has been shown to reduce belly fat. This fabulous fruit can also give you shiny hair and glowing skin. Avocados are full of fiber, potassium and vitamins C and E. less