Memorial Day: From Drinking to Eating - Tips to Help Cut Calories

Hey yall!

I am SOOOOOOOOOOOOO ready for the weekend!  Woop woop!  Good food, drinks, pool time and hanging out!  Some of you will barbecue, hang at the pool, go to the lake...but whatever it is I know that lots of unhealthy foods and drinks will be around!  BUT........Do remember that this holiday isn't just a day off or a time to eat good but to pay respect to those who have passed in the military who have put their lives on the line for us.  Some also take this time to visit loved ones who have passed and visit cemetaries.  So please reflect on that as you celebrate this weekend. 

In regards to food and drinks and all that, it is a great time to treat yourself but try not to go overboard and mess up all the hard work you have put in the gym.  Eat and drink in moderation.  Friday - Monday I expect alot of people to be celebrating, maybe let Monday be your treat meal and stay focused with your healthy eating on the days before but if that is too hard, come up with a plan.  For instance, I will make sure I have a well balanced healthy breakfast on all of these days which is very important because it will help you not over indulge because you won't be starving for your next meal.  Drink lots of water to keep you hydrated and full as well.  Find ways to make not so healthy meals and drinks a little healthier.

A FEW IDEAS I HAVE TRIED....

• Have a sweet tooth but don't want to eat all those brownies and cakes.  Well if you want just take a very small piece or a bite and be done with it.  Or buy a fresh pineapple, slice it and grill some pineapple slices (don't knock it until you try it...so good) and put that on top of some Sugar Free Ice cream or yogurt.  It is delcious!
• Make a Faux Mojito!  Instead of using sugar use agave nectar or stevia which are both natural sweetners.  Get some lime juice or squeeze fresh limes, some club soda (haven't tried sparkling water yet), mint leaves and a natural sweetener and make a mojito with very little calories.  You could even add ice and make it frozen.  Honestly, I like it with and without rum.  It makes me feel as if I am having a drink without the rum but if you want add the rum and that is basically the calories you will intake.  Not to bad at all!
• Wine Spritzers - Wine mixed with sparkling water or club soda
• Vodka and Water with lime
• Light Beers etc
• Open Faced Burgers so you aren't taking in to many carbs. If you must have a bun, use whole wheat and load on the veggies, avocados, etc.

YUMMY MEMORIAL DAY RECIPES with LESS CALORIES - This article features some good meals that  probably seem bad for you but are not such as Mozzarella stuffed turkey burgers, grilled pizza, creamy tarragon chicken salad, Flank steak pinwheels, inside out cheeseburgers etc.

HEALTHY MEMORIAL DAY DISHES -The grilled sesame asparagus looks awesome!

Kitchen Daily Recipes for Memorial Day

Article on staying on track during Memorial Weekend and being safe -  Remember don't drink and drive! Have  a safe and fun Memorial Day Weekend

LOW CALORIE COCKTAILS


So be strong but do treat yourself and enjoy the weekend! All things in moderation folks!

Be safe and feel free to leave a comment! Thanks!
Wynita