In the spirit of Thanksgiving, we want to be sure to mention how grateful we are for our patients and for our health.

And, with the holiday season officially kicking off with Thanksgiving, we know that many people begin to worry or stress out about what they are eating.

Following the guidelines that Dr. Bradford normally provides you, aim to follow your optimal nutrition at least 80 percent of the time this holiday season. For many, that may just mean your health journey will include a “cheat day”—or more than one “cheat day”—so that you can fully enjoy time with family and friends in the coming weeks. That’s not something to feel guilty about.

With a long-term, consistent focus on a low-glycemic index foods, hydration and eating anti-inflammatory foods that provide ample energy, nutrients/phytonutrients, vitamins, minerals, and essential fatty acids, one or two days will not set back your health and wellness goals.

Ask us for more information about a practical way to incorporate nutrition that can help address inflammation in order to promote your health.

With that in mind, we rounded up 10 recipes—all inspired by holiday staples.

These recipes, with links below, are whole foods-focused, and they minimize processed sugars and grains. These are dishes that people won’t even realize are healthier alternatives to your traditional staples: