A New Year, A New You!

A healthy dessert option

By Dilworth Now Nutrition Columnist Marian Bennett

A New Year brings new beginnings and starts. 

We all hear about losing weight for the New Year. Here are some healthy alternatives to help kick start the process! 

• Most of us enjoy homemade mashed potatoes, but while it is a comforting side, the calories can really rack up! Instead of adding butter and milk, go for buttermilk. It does not skimp on the flavor or the smooth consistency. 
• Try swapping the potatoes for cauliflower if you are looking for a low carbohydrate option.
• If you want different protein options, instead of having beef or poultry every day of the week, opt for a meatless Monday. Incorporate low sodium black beans or red kidney beans into a taco salad or homemade chili. 
• Now let’s not forget dessert! If you are an ice cream fanatic like myself, try some plain frozen Greek yogurt with some crushed berries, a sprinkle of chopped nuts, and a drizzle of honey for sweetness. 
• For all you chocolate lovers out there, opt for getting a frozen, skinny fudge bar or having frozen strawberries or a banana drizzled with chocolate. 

Incorporating just one small change can have a huge impact on your waistline!