Spread Some Holiday Cheer!
December 2nd, 2009
The Holiday season is right around the corner and we all know it can lead to some mouth-watering temptations that little hands can’t seem to stay away from! Here are some tips on how to keep everyone’s hands away from Santa’s plate of cookies:
• Start traditions with the family that don’t center around food. Instead of baking cookies and cakes, give your kids a holiday craft to work on! For ideas, CLICK HERE.
• If you just can’t put down the spatula and stop making brownies, try making them with Splenda, Truvia, or another calorie-free sweetener. Applesauce can also be substituted for the use of oils in many recipes.
• It’s a perfect time to take a walk with the family! Bundle everyone up and take a walk after the sun has set—check out all of the light displays in your neighborhood.
• Many people are making their holiday gifts this year to save money, which is great, but don’t feel obligated to make something full of calories! Bake your favorite casserole for a friend, have the kids put together trail mix for relatives, or if you want to get really creative, make and film a family video and email it to all of your friends wishing them a happy holiday.
Be sure to get the kids involved this holiday season and you’re sure to end 2009 with family-filled fun!
