Don't Ditch that Diet

Holiday treat temptations can be hard to resist, but you can lighten the load by defaulting to lower-fat food items, says USU Extension agent Carolyn Washburn. Hosts preparing meals and appetizers might try substituting fat-free products and add herbs in dishes to add flavor without fat. Using fat-free products can save 30 calories for every tablespoon.

From “Health Experts Say Don’t Ditch the Diet During the Holidays,” The Spectrum, Nov. 1, 2006. For more information, contact USU Family and Consumer Science Agent with Washington County, Carolyn Washburn, 435-652-5814.