Thanksgiving week is finally upon us and believe me I know it.  While I can already taste the turkey, the cranberries, sweet potatoes and pumpkin pie, I am dreading the trips to the grocery store, the preparation and then of course stuffing myself beyond comprehension.  Don’t get me wrong, my mouth is watering at the simple thought of Thanksgiving goodies but my mind is telling me to take it a bit easier this year. Ok, so maybe I really shouldn’t go back for thirds?

I’ve decided to tackle Thanksgiving in a new way this year.  Since I am generally in the kitchen all day cooking and prepping, I also find myself SNACKING constantly. I think my snacks and “taste tests” alone probably rack up another whole Thanksgiving dinner.  I’ve decided that things will be different this year. I am armed with my blender, a little Zola and a small ounce of will power.

Zola Power Smoothie:

• 1 cup Zola Acai Original
• 2 tbsps chia seeds (hemp seeds will also work)
• 1 banana
• 1 handful of blueberries (blackberries will also work)
• Ice

Place all ingredients in a blender, blend and ENJOY!

The power of this smoothie is that you’ll get natural energy and antioxidants from the Zola Acai (nothing will spread more germs than a house full of kids!), protein and healthy omegas from the seeds, and fiber (to keep you full longer) from the banana and blueberries.

Hopefully this plan will help me get the turkey carved and on the table before most of it goes in my mouth. Three cheers to not overeating before dinner even begins!

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