Would you like a refreshing list of what you SHOULD be eating at any party year around? Parties happen all-year long and there's no getting around it - and you don't need to either! So, whether you're throwing a festive shindig for your friend who's going away or a birthday party next week, discover these common healthy party snacks that are festive, delicious and will help you keep your slim figure.
1) Tomato Juice
If you're not the type who likes to eat your vegetables, drink them instead! You can get one or more servings of vegetables in a glass of tomato and it's a low-fat, low-calorie drink. And, if you must have a cocktail, try a bloody Mary for the tomato juice benefit, and don't forget to munch on the celery!
2) NUTS
You might be accustomed to shying away from the nuts since they are high in fat, but nuts are full of the good kind of fat - unsaturated.
Unsaturated fats help promote healthy hair, skin and nails, nourishing them from the inside out. For the best total fat to understand fat ratio, grab a handful of hazelnuts - they contain 94% good fat.
3) RAW VEGETABLES
The vegetable tray is always a hit at any party! No matter what kind of vegetable you love, you'll mostly likely find it on the vegetable tray.
Get creative and blanch asparagus, green beans and other greens for tasty dippers. Vegetable are full of nutrients and water, low in calories and 100% fat-free. But watch out for those calorie-loaded party dips!
Try this vegetables recipe for your healthy party food
4) HEALTHY PARTY DIPS
Instead of mayonnaise, sour cream or cream cheese base dips, reach for the hummus (blended chickpeas) or fresh salsa. They're both tasty, loaded with nutrients and low in calories and fat.
5) RED WINE
Most of us see parties as a chance to drink up and let loose, but when it comes to alcohol, choosing red wine over cocktails can save you hundreds of calories.
Not only that, red wine is also rich in anti-oxidants that protect your heart and help your body to maintain healthy cells.
6) FRUIT GALORE
Chances are, whichever party you're at, there'll be desserts. Fixing an aching sweet tooth is as easy as reaching for fresh fruit.
Just like vegetables, fresh fruit is nutrient- dense, full of water and low in calories and fat - and they'll help fill you up before the main courses, which are often the fattiest.
7) FISH
Try mini sushi rolls for an oriental twist or smoked salmon pieces to really light up your table.
Both are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, an essential fat that is lacking in the typical diet. Increasing your omega-3 intake can also help promote healthy hair, skin, and nails."
"Smoked Salmon"
8) CHIFFON CAKE
Forget the really rich and dense cakes and opt instead for chiffon cake - a light and fluffy variety of cake that is low in fat and high in flavor.
For an even tastier chiffon cake, top your slice with fresh fruit like strawberries and a low-calorie whipped topping. If you choose well, you can literally have your cake and eat it, too!
9) LEMON WATER
If you have a hard time wanting to drink water, squeeze a fresh lemon wedge into your glass to quench your thirst and replenish any water lost from drinking alcohol or caffeinated beverages. Drinking water is great for you and it doesn't contain the calories of other party drinks.
10) EAT RIGHT
Parties are seen as a welcome time to indulge, but that doesn't mean your waistline should suffer. Making a commitment to yourself to eat right and watch your calorie intake shouldn't get thrown to the wayside just because of a social event. It means becoming more knowledge of not only the so-called "bad" foods, but the good-for-you foods as well, and keeping within the boundaries of moderation no matter where you are. So snack healthy and snack happy!
Japanese Healthy Snack Food
Eat the right and healthy foods will help to make you healthier and look younger.
Late Summer Party Snack
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