{"id":7001,"date":"2021-09-02T18:57:05","date_gmt":"2021-09-02T18:57:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.flushinghospital.org\/newsletter\/?p=7001"},"modified":"2021-09-02T18:57:05","modified_gmt":"2021-09-02T18:57:05","slug":"healthy-labor-day-cookout-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/flushinghospital.org\/newsletter\/healthy-labor-day-cookout-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Healthy Labor Day Cookout Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"background: white;vertical-align: baseline;margin: 0in 0in 19.5pt 0in\"><span style=\"font-size: 11.5pt;font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif;color: #373737\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.flushinghospital.org\/newsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/grilled-chicken-kabobs-002.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-7003 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.flushinghospital.org\/newsletter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/grilled-chicken-kabobs-002-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" \/><\/a>One of the best things about the Labor Day Weekend is spending time with family and friends at cookouts and barbeques. While we look forward to these outings, the foods found can cause us to pack on the pounds. Whether attending or hosting your a Labor Day gathering, try some of these calorie conscious techniques:<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"background: white;vertical-align: baseline;margin: 0in 0in 19.5pt 0in\"><span style=\"font-size: 11.5pt;font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif;color: #373737\">\u2022 Skip the chips and dip. Instead, try healthier alternatives, like fresh vegetables. If you want to make a dip, use non-fat yogurt instead of sour cream or mayonnaise.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"background: white;vertical-align: baseline;margin: 0in 0in 19.5pt 0in\"><span style=\"font-size: 11.5pt;font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif;color: #373737\">\u2022 Try kabobs. They offer the same opportunity to enjoy grilled chicken, beef, or pork, but minus the bread. Plus, the grilled vegetables on them will help you fill up.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"background: white;vertical-align: baseline;margin: 0in 0in 19.5pt 0in\"><span style=\"font-size: 11.5pt;font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif;color: #373737\">\u2022 If you insist on having a burger or hot dog, choose healthier options, such as chicken or turkey instead of beef. Also, avoid whit flout buns and breads and opt for whole grains instead.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"background: white;vertical-align: baseline;margin: 0in 0in 19.5pt 0in\"><span style=\"font-size: 11.5pt;font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif;color: #373737\">\u2022 Instead of heavy macaroni or potato salads loaded with mayonnaise, look for salads with a vinaigrette base as a lighter alternative.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"background: white;vertical-align: baseline;margin: 0in 0in 19.5pt 0in\"><span style=\"font-size: 11.5pt;font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif;color: #373737\">\u2022 Don\u2019t limit yourself to just grilling meat. There are many types of fish that are not only healthier, but also taste great on the grill. Vegetables, lightly coated in olive oil are also tasty and filling.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"background: white;vertical-align: baseline;margin: 0in 0in 19.5pt 0in\"><span style=\"font-size: 11.5pt;font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif;color: #373737\">\u2022 For dessert, serve some refreshing summer fruit, such as cherries, peaches, plums or melons.<br \/>\nBy following these tips, you can still enjoy your end of summer, but not pay for it in the fall.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"disclaimer\">All content of this newsletter is intended for general information purposes only and is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.  Please consult a medical professional before adopting any of the suggestions on this page.   You must never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking medical treatment based upon any content of this newsletter.<strong>  PROMPTLY CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN OR CALL 911 IF YOU BELIEVE YOU HAVE A MEDICAL EMERGENCY.<\/strong> <\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>One of the best things about the Labor Day Weekend is spending time with family and friends at cookouts and barbeques. While we look forward to these outings, the foods found can cause us to pack on the pounds. 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