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Good Sam Offers Tips For a Healthy Holiday

Hospital says it's important to mix rich treats with heart-healthy foods.

It's almost a given fact that people will overeat during holiday meals.  With so many different kinds of food on the table, it's nearly impossible not to do so.

But Good Samaritan Hospital has tips on keeping that wastleline down and avoiding potential strains put on your organs. 

Cathy Davis, clinical dietion at the hospital, provides the following suggestions you should consider on Thanksgiving:

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  • Spend time playing games and other activities instead of snacking
  • Avoid the temptation of making eating an all-day affair
  • Eat slowly
  • Prepare heart-healthy recipes, in addition to rich treats

Good Sam also suggests that after big holiday meals, it's important to return to a healthy diet and abide by the USDA's new "MyPlate," emphasizing fruit, grain, protein and vegetables.

“Reorienting Americans toward ‘smart’ calories as opposed to ‘empty’ calories in their dietary choices will have a major impact in our battle against obesity and its long-term health hazards,” stated Good Samaritan’s Chief of Cardiology Larry Altschul, MD.

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