2 ways to support your gut on turkey day
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Did you know you can stuff your face AND feed your gut microbiome at the same time this holiday season?
Whether you're on a path of mindful eating or gluttony this Thursday, below are some ideas to make your experience gut-centric!
1. You want to enjoy your favorite foods and not overeat.
The trick here is to have a "mini" meal that's high in fiber, protein and high quality fats a couple of hours before the big feast.
For brekkie, try:
➤ Unsweetened kefir milk (cow, sheep, goat or coconut) mixed with basil seeds, berries (blue, black or rasp), mint leaves and a touch of honey
➤ Pasture raised eggs (fried, scrambled or omelette) over mesclun greens alongside avocados drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and hemp seeds
For snacks, what about:
➤ Pistachios, walnuts, macadamias, pecans
➤ Low sugar fruits like blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, cranberries, kiwis, tangerines, cucumbers
➤ Raw veggie bites like carrots, celery, broccoli
By feeding your gut ahead of time, you'll feel satiated and likely have "sampler" portions without that post meal bloat.
2. Are you kidding me—food coma, bring it on!
➤ Have your turkey, mashed potatoes and pumpkin pie—yes.
➤ And if you see a bowl or dish with green things in it, grab and have them alongside your signature TG items too!
➤ Your gut friends (aka good bacteria) thrive on fiber and prebiotics from plant foods.
➤ Asparagus, brussels sprout, sweet potatoes (or pie), artichokes, garlic, onions—have it all and your gut friends will love you!
What dish(es) are you looking forward to this week?
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