healthy and frugal holiday eats

Healthy and Frugal Holiday Eats

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holiday weight gain with healthy eating on a budget.

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How are you staying healthy


this holiday season?

Cook at home. It allows you to control how healthy each meal is

and you set the portion sizes.


Southeast Financial@SFCUNews

Just because it’s cold doesn’t mean you can’t be active outside. Bundle up and

take a walk with friends to see the lights.


CordiaGrad @CordiaGrad


Debt Free Guys @DebtFreeGuys

Get up and move during the day at work when you are hungry, walk and climb the stairs.

Try not to eat out very often. It’s easier on your budget and calories

when you’re making the food yourself.


Gabby Knows@gabbyknows

Eating healthy foods and staying active are great, but this time of

year it’s vital to get enough sleep!


MyCCCU@myCCCU

What are some of your favorite


healthy holiday dishes?

Grilled + marinated pork loin is our go-to holiday meal - with roasted

brussel sprouts and sauteed apples!


Compare Cards@CompareCards

Green bean casseroles, candied yams, and don’t forget the stuffing!


Niccole Tapp@babiexnicci


Kasasa @Kasasa

Tasty winter salads! Pack on the apples, pomegranates, nuts, and goodies. Delicious!

Green beans with shallots and dill salad - yum!


Gift of College @GiftofCollege

Braised brussel sprouts and date and almond butter candy.


Debt Free Guys@DebtFreeGuys

How can you save on healthy


grocery options?

For produce, buy what’s in season and buy from a local

farmer’s market when possible.



Aldi is my friend all year round!


Debbi King@DebbiKing

I always hunt for the Manager’s Special - mostly applies to meat. Bulk bins, Asian supermarkets,

and Costco help too!


Paul Moyer@SavingFreak

Shop sales at multiple stores and buy frozen/canned produce whenever possible.

Buy in bulk if cooking for a large group!


CordiaGrad@CordiaGrad

Buying what is in season and the secret word - coupons!


Pica Credit Union @PicaCreditUnion

What are some inexpensive snack options to


keep with you when shopping or at work?

Mandarin oranges are a winter citrus and make a great snack. You could make

your own trail mix or granola bars.



I always bring clementines to work - so good and I don’t feel

guilty if I eat three!




KOFE@KOFETIME

Nuts are definitely a work snack staple - my favorite are pumpkin seeds!

5% or higher dark chocolate is good for the skin - and you don’t need as much.



Nuts, apples, and granola are easy to grab and go. Keep a water bottle with

you too!



What are some of your favorite free apps


to track your weight and activity?

My favorite is MyFitnessPal for meal and weight tracking. With Pact,

you can earn money for being healthy.



I like tracking my steps on the Apple Health app. MyFitnessPal is free too. It

tracks exercise and calories!




Compare Cards@CompareCards

As a frequent skier, I love Ski Tracks, which tracks speed, vert + calories burned.

MapMyRun, Couch to 5k, and of course MyFitnessPal are favorites!


FedChoice FCU@FedChoiceFCU

MyFitnessPal and Fooducate seem to be top tier diet, health and fitness apps.


KOFE@KOFETIME

What are some expensive mistakes you


can make when buying healthy foods?

Don’t buy something just because it says organic. Look at the ingredients and avoid too many packaged foods.



Buying too much and letting the food go to waste. Even if it’s a good

deal, only buy what you need.


CordiaGrad @CordiaGrad


Alexandria Cummings @UrMoneyMentor

Buying all organic all the time is expensive. Minimize costs by buying

organic for what you eat most.

Buying foods that are not in season - usually not the best anyway. It’s not

time to make a watermelon salad!


Debt Free Guys @DebtFreeGuys

Falling for the “organic” or “non GMO” labels. Sometimes you’re

better off just being aware of the additional ingredients.



Where do you find healthy and


inexpensive holiday recipes?

Allrecipes and Pinterest have good ideas but family and friends always

have tried and true recipes.




Kasasa@Kasasa

Pinterest is your recipe BFF. Don’t neglect him/her.

I love the blogs Oh She Glows and Minimalist Baker for great, healthy

vegetarian recipes.


Southeast Financial @SFCUNews

How can you avoid overdoing it


when eating out for the holidays?

Share your meals or cut your meal in half and save one half for

lunch the next day.



Let yourself enjoy indulging, but exercise regularly to counterbalance!


Leah Ingram@suddenlyfrugal



Portion control all the way. Entrees these days are outrageous. Totally shareable.

At restaurants, put half your food in the doggy bag before you start!


FedChoice FCU@FedChoiceFCU

Resist the urge and stay in. Or, if you have to go out, have appetizers

at home before you go.


Kasasa @Kasasa

What final tips can you offer for


eating healthy during the holidays?

Just like your finances, set specific parameters and stick to them.



It’s okay to indulge for a couple of days, but otherwise, eat moderately. Total deprivation will just make you binge.


Miriam Cross@MiriamSCross

Be vocal about your goals with others. They will help hold you accountable.



Moderation is key! Aim for healthier vegetable-based dishes when you can and counter any over

indulgences with a good workout.



Don’t be afraid to use your coupons - so many good ones this

time of year!


Kasasa @Kasasa


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