Nutrition “SuperBowl Tips Eating Healthy”

SUPERBOWL TIPS

SCORE A TOUCHDOWN FOR HEALTH

Nachos, chicken wings, dips, pizza, and beer… these are just a few star players at any Superbowl Party. So during the big game, is it possible to make healthy choices? Village Dietitian, Jamie Miller, has a play-by-play of how to not have a nutritional fumble while watching the big game.

1. Don’t go into the game starving. By eating a balanced, healthy breakfast and lunch, you won’t be so tempted to dive into the chip bowl from out of control hunger.

2. Pick your seat wisely. Instead of sitting right next to the appetizer table, find a spot that makes it difficult to reach for more food. This can really help with mindless grazing.

3. Practice head-to-head match ups of indulgent vs. healthy fare. Make a game-day rule that for every wing you eat, you have three celery sticks. Or for every brownie, you have 1 cup of fruit. If your healthy choices outnumber your not-so-healthy ones, you can walk away feeling proud and satisfied, while still enjoying some classic game day foods.

4. Watch what you’re sipping on. Use the 1:1 drinking rule. For every alcoholic beverage you plan to drink, follow it up with a glass of water.

Not only can alcohol add a hefty amount of calories to your evening, but lowered inhibitions may result in more munching than you intended.

5. Bring a healthy dish. This will ensure there will be at least one option to fill a big portion of your plate with. You can also impress your friends with a nutritious contribution to the spread that’s still absolutely delicious. Here’s some recipe to try out!

Here are a couple recipes to kickoff your football party with a few Winners!

Cheesy Buffalo Chicken Dip

• 1/2 (8 oz) package fat free cream cheese, softened • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt • 1 1/2 tbsp ranch dry seasoning mix • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese or blue cheese • 1/2 cup Franks Red Hot Buffalo Wing Sauce (more or less depending on desired heat) • 1 1/2 cup chicken, cooked and shredded or pulled • Veggies and baked crackers for serving

Directions:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a small baking dish with non-stick spray. In a bowl, mix together the first 5 ingredients. Add the pulled chicken, and stir until well combined. Spoon mixture into baking dish, and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until dip is warmed through and cheese is melted. Serve warm with celery sticks, carrots, cucumber, bell pepper, or other veggies, and baked crackers.

Peanut Butter Fruit Dip

• 1 (6 oz) container fat free Greek yogurt • 2 tbsp peanut flour or 1 tbsp nut butter • 2-4 pkts stevia or 1-2 tbs honey or sweetener of choice to taste • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract • 1/4 tsp almond extract (optional) • Assorted fruit for serving

Directions:

Stir together all ingredients until well combined. Serve chilled with berries, grapes, apple slices, or other fruits!

Mediterranean 5 Layer Dip

• 1 lb hummus (family size) • 1 large red bell pepper • 1/2 english cucumber, diced • 2 roma tomatoes, diced • 3 oz (1/3 cup) feta cheese, crumbled • Serve with baked pita chips/cracker and veggies • 1/4 cup black olives (optional)

Directions:

In an 8-9 inch round (or square) serving dish, spread the hummus evenly on the bottom of the dish. Layer everything else on top of the hummus. Chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve. Serve with toasted whole grain pita or whole grain crackers and sliced veggies.