DAVID KIRSCH IN A NEW YORK MINUTE

This is a healthy twist on an old Christmas classic. It delivers all of the flavor of the classic nog but without the calories, sugar, or fat. In fact, you’ll save yourself 100 calories and 6 grams of fat. That’s the equivalent of having to do a 25-minute walk to burn off the nog instead of a 45-minute walk.



What’s in it?
1 packet (or scoop) of Protein Plus Meal Replacement Powder
8 ounces of cold water
2 Tbsp. of nonfat milk
4-5 ice cubes
Pinch of freshly ground nutmeg
Pinch of cinnamon

How to make it?
Place the protein powder, water, milk, and ice in a blender, and blend until smooth and frothy, about 1 minute. Pour in a mug, and sprinkle with nutmeg and cinnamon. Serve hot or chilled.

Serves 2
Per serving: 95 calories, 13 g. protein, 6 g. carbohydrate, 2 g. fat, 1 g. saturated fat, 3 g. fiber, 3 g. sugar
Note: Store bought eggnog made with 2% milk = 191 calories, 8.15 g. fat


When you choose to indulge, do so mindfully. Plenty of people indulge without guilt – and they get fat. They have no clue as to how much that piece of cake is setting them back. Know what you are eating and take compensatory actions. For example, when you overdo it on the pasta, go for a long walk afterward. Walk until the mental and physical feeling of fullness dissipates.