There is no reason to gain weight on Thanksgiving Day! Sure, it can be tasty to gobble up 3,000 calories in one sitting, but is it worth it? This infographic offers easy ways to substitute those fattening gravies, sauces, butters, starches, and sugars with much healthier alternatives. So you can still enjoy your Thanksgiving feast, but without all the guilt. Here are 12 ways to lighten up Thanksgiving dinner.

 

Need some lighter recipes? Check out this healthy Thanksgiving fare:

Roasted garlic faux-tatoes (mashed cauliflower)
Roasted green beans with Parmigiano Reggiano
Herb roasted turkey breasts with shallot gravy
Garlicky pumpkin hummus
Beet, apple and orange salad