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Published on: 11/26/2002
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Ginger Meyer, MS, RD, CNSD, LD, a registered dietician with the Missouri Dietetic Association, was on the Morning Show to share some tips to help keep holiday eating under control.
If going to a party:Balance party eating with other meals.Take the edge off your hunger before a party, by eating a piece of fruit or a bagel.Make just one trip to the buffet table, and be selective about what you are eating.
If throwing a party:
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Ginger also gave us the recipe for a rice pilaf that can serve as lower calorie substitute for potatoes.
Rice Pilaf2 cups water1-tablespoon margarine or butter1 cube or 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon2/3 cup uncooked long grain rice1/3 cup golden raisins