Is the "Thanksgiving meal" worth more than 2,000 calories? Nutritionist reveals: 2 slices of pecan pie have the same calories as a whole roasted chicken
Is the “Thanksgiving meal” worth more than 2,000 calories? 2 slices of pecan pie have the same calories as a whole roasted chicken
The fourth Thursday in November is Thanksgiving in the United States. Many people celebrate the occasion by gathering with their families and enjoying delicious food in November. However, during Thanksgiving gatherings, the delicacies on the table actually hide a “calorie trap”! Common traditional Thanksgiving dishes are as follows:
Pumpkin pie (one slice): 316 kcal
Pecan pie (one slice with 2 tablespoons of fresh cream): 600 kcal
Mashed potatoes (100g): 90 kcal
Roast turkey (whole chicken): 1,200 kcal
Cornbread (about 1 fist size): 180 kcal
Turkey stuffing (100g, including bread cubes, sausage, diced vegetables, chicken broth, etc.): 163 kcal
How to have a satisfying meal on Thanksgiving without burning out your wallet? Nutritionist reveals the distribution principle of three meals
During the annual Thanksgiving meal, the average person will consume 1,000 calories more than usual! How to eat satisfactorily without exceeding the caloric limit? Here we will help you prepare 1,500 calories a day of Thanksgiving food, so that you can immerse yourself in the festival while maintaining health:
Breakfast 210 kcal: American cornbread + cranberry jam (1 tablespoon)
Lunch 620 kcal: Skinless turkey (100g) + turkey stuffing (100g) + pumpkin pie (1 slice)
Afternoon tea 300 kcal: 1/2 slice of pecan pie + 1 tablespoon whipped cream
Dinner 370 kcal: Stir leftover turkey meat (100g) from the dinner into salad + mashed potatoes (100g)
I hope you all have a happy end of the year and a healthy and happy Thanksgiving with your family.
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