Just like that, it’s Thanksgiving! I am excited for the holidays. Time to give thanks for our dear friends and family.

What a moment of time to see such blessings.

Remember, many people don’t have any family to share it with.

Please be kind to others, and help where you can.

Here are some tips to keep your holiday dinners healthy:

• Don’t skip meals. Eat healthy snacks in between big meals.

• Use healthy substitutions, like yogurt for mayonnaise.

• Cook from scratch. Canned and processed foods are full of excess salt and sugar.

• Choose water, tea or seltzer. Moderate your alcohol.

• Increase the number of vegetable dishes.

• Control your portions.

• Get enough sleep. I know during the holidays this can be hard to do, but irregular sleep schedules can lead to poor sleep quality, fatigue, poor eating habits, and daytime sleepiness.

• Take a walk after dinner. This holiday season, enjoy those precious moments with family, friends, and be thankful for your meal.