Dr. Weil says to avoid drinking too many eggnog drinks during the holidays because of the high calorie content.

Eggnog: Made with milk, cream, sugar and eggs, eggnog can pack up to 460 calories in an eight-ounce serving – not including calories from alcohol. Think of it as an indulgent dessert and limit yourself during the holidays; sip it slowly to savor the taste.

If you must have one of these drinks make sure it’s a small serving, and have only one  :)

Apple salad with figs and almonds

Ingredients

2 large red apples, cored and diced
6 dried figs, chopped
2 ribs of celery, diced
1/2 cup fat-free lemon yogurt
2 tablespoons slivered almonds
2 carrots, peeled and grated

 

Directions

In a small bowl, combine the apples, figs and celery. Add yogurt and mix thoroughly. Serve on separate plates topped with almonds and garnished with grated carrots.

Nutritional Analysis

(per serving)

Calories 95 Cholesterol 0 mg
Protein 2 g Sodium 35 mg
Carbohydrate 17 g Fiber 3 g
Total fat 2 g Potassium 323 mg
Saturated fat trace Calcium 73 mg
Monounsaturated fat 1 g
This recipe is from a Mayo Clinic staff member. You don’t have to make foods filled with sodium and sugar to get great taste. Try this salad this year and be friendly to your heart.

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