The holiday season is upon us, and many of us are looking forward to the festivities that this time of the year brings. Holidays are often centered on food so it's no surprise that people tend to gain weight at this time of year - in addition to having their blood sugar run higher than usual. People eat and drink to celebrate with their friends and family and also in attempt to satisfy themselves if the holiday brings them sadness. If your blood sugar is consistently elevated during this time of year it not only wrecks havoc on your body but it may make you feel sluggish and moody, both are not conducive to enjoying a very festive time of the year!

You can enjoy the holiday season without gaining weight and mismanaging your blood sugar. But how?

• Think! Before sitting down to the feast, consider what will raise your blood sugar and decide what foods are most important to you.
• Eat a consistent amount of carbohydrates at your meals and snacks. If you want the pumpkin pie or ice cream cake then replace your potato and bread with the dessert or have a more moderate amount of the dessert, bread and potato.
• Use salads and vegetables (non-starchy ones) as a filler to supplement all the starches you will most likely have.
• Take a walk between courses to bring your blood sugar down and help with digestion.
• Exercise prior to your large meal so your blood sugar will be in better control.
• Try to take your blood sugar before your meal and 2 hours later so you can make the best choice at future holiday meals.
• Be aware of the portion sizes. Look over the food exchange list so you don’t pile too many mashed potatoes on your plate.
• Eat more slowly to allow yourself to savor the flavors. Remember, it takes 20 minutes for your body to realize it is full. Give your body a chance to be full.
• Pre-plan your meals and decisions. Once you smell the food it’s harder not to overindulge.
• Have fun and enjoy this special time!

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Serves 12

Ingredients:

• 1 cup egg substitute
• ½ cup Equal® Spoonful*
• 1½ teaspoons rum extract
• 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 quart 2% milk
• 1 cup frozen light whipped topping, thawed
• Freshly grated nutmeg (optional)

* May substitute 12 packets Equal sweetener

Directions:

1. Whisk together egg substitute, Equal and extracts. Stir in milk. Whisk in whipped topping until blended.
2. Refrigerate, covered, at least 2 hours to allow flavors to blend. Whisk before serving. Garnish each serving with freshly grated nutmeg, if desired.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

Calories 77 Protein 6g Carbohydrate 6g Fat 3g Cholesterol 7mg Sodium 85mg

Food Exchanges: ½ milk, ½ fat

Recipe provided courtesy of Merisant Corporation ® and the NutraSweet Company, makers of Equal®.

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