Did you know that over half of Americans supplement their Thanksgiving feasts with take out? Restaurant food is notoriously heavy in calories and fat, and with Thanksgiving meals av

eraging over 2,000 calories these days, eating sensibly on turkey day seems almost impossible. Here are some healthy holiday eating tips for Thanksgiving at home or dining out:

Fill up on turkey: turkey is a low-calorie, high-quality protein helps trigger satiety, so you’re less likely to overeat. One serving of skinless turkey breast has only 120 calories and 1 gram of fat. But skip the skin — it’s loaded with fat and calories. 

Choose pumpkin over pecan: besides being fat free, pumpkin is high in fiber and antioxidants. A slice of pumpkin pie is about 200 calories, significantly less than the fat and sugar heavy pecan pie, which is often about 400 calories a slice.

Go green: fill up on the veggie side dishes. As long as they’re not swimming in butter or cheese, they’ll be a great low calorie source of fiber and antioxidants. 

Indulge in mashed potatoes (but not too much): potatoes are loaded with nutrients, such as vitamin C, potassium, and fiber. But try to cut down fat by using skim milk and olive oil instead of whole milk and butter.