Healthy Super Bowl Snacks!

     The first weekend in February includes one of the biggest events of the year, the Super Bowl. Family and friends gather to watch the big game, but in many cases the Tostito's and taco dip overshadow the touchdowns and turnovers.

      Unfortunately, some of the most delicious game day foods come with a cost: large amounts of calories. According to health.com, "The average football fan eats about a day's worth of calories during the game." Many people can not fight the battle against chili and chicken wings and give in to the temptation to eat these fatty foods, even though they know it is not good for them. The timing of the parties for the big game is an issue as well. Fresh off the start of a new year, many Americans try to stick to their resolutions to get healthy and loose weight. As a result, many people face a tough dilemma when it comes time for the parties. The good news is that there is no need to worry anymore about this tricky situation! Now people are able to find healthy, yet delicious, alternatives to the traditional party foods!

     Check out this article to see how some of your favorite game day foods compare in terms of calories and overall healthiness. For example, if you have the choice between a Caesar Salad and Chili, choose the Chili!

     If you enjoy cooking, check out these healthy recipes! Instead of ordering out, you can cut back on calories by preparing your own dishes with healthier, organic foods. My favorite healthy recipe is the "Southwestern Layered Bean Dip".

     I like this recipe for a couple of reasons. First, all of the ingredients are very easy to get and can be found at your local grocery store. Also, this recipe is very simple to make. Finally, it's delicious! I have found this to be a crowd favorite at many parties!

     Just because you have made the decision to go healthy at this year's party doesn't mean you have to sacrifice your favorite game day snacks completely! Check out this article to learn some easy adjustments you can use to make your classic dishes a little healthier. 

     Will you be cutting back and watching calories at this year's parties? What are your favorite healthy snacks to eat during the game? Feel free to swap recipes and share your thoughts! Enjoy the food...and the game, of course!