Healthy and Frugal Holiday Eats
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How are you staying healthy
#CreditChat Wednesdays | 3 p.m. ET this holiday season?

Cook at home. It allows
you to control how healthy each meal is and you set the portion sizes. #CreditChat Wednesdays | 3 p.m. ET 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. #CreditChat Wednesdays | 3 p.m. ET CordiaGrad @CordiaGrad

#CreditChat Wednesdays | 3 p.m.
ET Debt Free Guys @DebtFreeGuys Getupandmoveduringthedayatworkwhenyouare hungry,walkandclimbthestairs.

Try not to eat out
very often. It’s easier on your budget and calories when you’re making the food yourself. #CreditChat Wednesdays | 3 p.m. ET Gabby Knows @gabbyknows

Eating healthy foods and staying
active are great, but this time of year it’s vital to get enough sleep! #CreditChat Wednesdays | 3 p.m. ET MyCCCU @myCCCU

What are some of your
favorite #CreditChat Wednesdays | 3 p.m. ET healthy holiday dishes?

Grilled + marinated pork loin
is our go-to holiday meal - with roasted brussel sprouts and sauteed apples! #CreditChat Wednesdays | 3 p.m. ET Compare Cards @CompareCards

Green bean casseroles, candied yams,
and don’t forget the stuffing! #CreditChat Wednesdays | 3 p.m. ET Niccole Tapp @babiexnicci

#CreditChat Wednesdays | 3 p.m.
ET Kasasa @Kasasa Tastywintersalads!Packontheapples, pomegranates,nuts,andgoodies.Delicious!

Green beans with shallots and
dill salad - yum! #CreditChat Wednesdays | 3 p.m. ET Gift of College @GiftofCollege

Braised brussel sprouts and date
and almond butter candy. #CreditChat Wednesdays | 3 p.m. ET Debt Free Guys @DebtFreeGuys

How can you save on
healthy #CreditChat Wednesdays | 3 p.m. ET grocery options?

For produce, buy what’s in
season and buy from a local farmer’s market when possible. #CreditChat Wednesdays | 3 p.m. ET Southeast Financial @SFCUNews

Aldi is my friend all
year round! #CreditChat Wednesdays | 3 p.m. ET Debbi King @DebbiKing

IalwayshuntfortheManager’s Special-mostlyappliestomeat. Bulkbins,Asiansupermarkets, andCostcohelptoo! #CreditChat
Wednesdays | 3 p.m. ET Paul Moyer @SavingFreak

Shop sales at multiple stores
and buy frozen/canned produce whenever possible. Buy in bulk if cooking for a large group! #CreditChat Wednesdays | 3 p.m. ET CordiaGrad @CordiaGrad

Buying what is in season
and the secret word - coupons! #CreditChat Wednesdays | 3 p.m. ET Pica Credit Union @PicaCreditUnion

What are some inexpensive snack
options to #CreditChat Wednesdays | 3 p.m. ET 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. #CreditChat Wednesdays | 3 p.m. ET Southeast Financial @SFCUNews

I always bring clementines to
work - so good and I don’t feel guilty if I eat three! #CreditChat Wednesdays | 3 p.m. ET Gabby Knows @gabbyknows

#CreditChat Wednesdays | 3 p.m.
ET KOFE @KOFETIME Nutsaredefinitelyaworksnackstaple-my favoritearepumpkinseeds!

5% or higher dark chocolate
is good for the skin - and you don’t need as much. #CreditChat Wednesdays | 3 p.m. ET Debt Free Guys @DebtFreeGuys

Nuts, apples, and granola are
easy to grab and go. Keep a water bottle with you too! #CreditChat Wednesdays | 3 p.m. ET CordiaGrad @CordiaGrad

What are some of your
favorite free apps #CreditChat Wednesdays | 3 p.m. ET to track your weight and activity?

My favorite is MyFitnessPal for
meal and weight tracking. With Pact, you can earn money for being healthy. #CreditChat Wednesdays | 3 p.m. ET Southeast Financial @SFCUNews

I like tracking my steps
on the Apple Health app. MyFitnessPal is free too. It tracks exercise and calories! #CreditChat Wednesdays | 3 p.m. ET Gabby Knows @gabbyknows

#CreditChat Wednesdays | 3 p.m.
ET Compare Cards @CompareCards Asafrequentskier,IloveSkiTracks,whichtracks speed,vert+caloriesburned.

MapMyRun, Couch to 5k, and
of course MyFitnessPal are favorites! #CreditChat Wednesdays | 3 p.m. ET FedChoice FCU @FedChoiceFCU

MyFitnessPal and Fooducate seem to
be top tier diet, health and fitness apps. #CreditChat Wednesdays | 3 p.m. ET KOFE @KOFETIME

What are some expensive mistakes
you #CreditChat Wednesdays | 3 p.m. ET 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. #CreditChat Wednesdays | 3 p.m. ET Southeast Financial @SFCUNews

Buying too much and letting
the food go to waste. Even if it’s a good deal, only buy what you need. #CreditChat Wednesdays | 3 p.m. ET CordiaGrad @CordiaGrad

#CreditChat Wednesdays | 3 p.m.
ET Alexandria Cummings @UrMoneyMentor Buyingallorganicallthetimeis expensive.Minimizecostsbybuying organicforwhatyoueatmost.

Buying foods that are not
in season - usually not the best anyway. It’s not time to make a watermelon salad! #CreditChat Wednesdays | 3 p.m. ET Debt Free Guys @DebtFreeGuys

Falling for the “organic” or
“non GMO” labels. Sometimes you’re better off just being aware of the additional ingredients. #CreditChat Wednesdays | 3 p.m. ET Gabby Knows @gabbyknows

Where do you find healthy
and #CreditChat Wednesdays | 3 p.m. ET inexpensive holiday recipes?

Allrecipes and Pinterest have good
ideas but family and friends always have tried and true recipes. #CreditChat Wednesdays | 3 p.m. ET CordiaGrad @CordiaGrad

#CreditChat Wednesdays | 3 p.m.
ET Kasasa @Kasasa PinterestisyourrecipeBFF.Don’tneglecthim/her.

I love the blogs Oh
She Glows and Minimalist Baker for great, healthy vegetarian recipes. #CreditChat Wednesdays | 3 p.m. ET Southeast Financial @SFCUNews

How can you avoid overdoing
it #CreditChat Wednesdays | 3 p.m. ET when eating out for the holidays?

Share your meals or cut
your meal in half and save one half for lunch the next day. #CreditChat Wednesdays | 3 p.m. ET Paul Moyer @SavingFreak

Let yourself enjoy indulging, but
exercise regularly to counterbalance! #CreditChat Wednesdays | 3 p.m. ET Leah Ingram @suddenlyfrugal

#CreditChat Wednesdays | 3 p.m.
ET Gabby Knows @gabbyknows Portioncontrolalltheway.Entreesthesedaysare outrageous.Totallyshareable.

At restaurants, put half your
food in the doggy bag before you start! #CreditChat Wednesdays | 3 p.m. ET FedChoice FCU @FedChoiceFCU

Resist the urge and stay
in. Or, if you have to go out, have appetizers at home before you go. #CreditChat Wednesdays | 3 p.m. ET Kasasa @Kasasa

What final tips can you
offer for #CreditChat Wednesdays | 3 p.m. ET eating healthy during the holidays?

Just like your finances, set
specific parameters and stick to them. #CreditChat Wednesdays | 3 p.m. ET Paul Moyer @SavingFreak

It’s okay to indulge for
a couple of days, but otherwise, eat moderately. Total deprivation will just make you binge. #CreditChat Wednesdays | 3 p.m. ET Miriam Cross @MiriamSCross

Bevocalaboutyourgoalswithothers.Theywillhelp holdyouaccountable. #CreditChat Wednesdays |
3 p.m. ET Debt Free Guys @DebtFreeGuys

Moderation is key! Aim for
healthier vegetable- based dishes when you can and counter any over indulgences with a good workout. #CreditChat Wednesdays | 3 p.m. ET CordiaGrad @CordiaGrad

Don’t be afraid to use
your coupons - so many good ones this time of year! #CreditChat Wednesdays | 3 p.m. ET Kasasa @Kasasa

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