The Season for Eggnog

​I love eggnog for its sweet taste and warm memories of family holidays. But eggnog is anything but healthful. While it contributes a bit of calcium and protein, it is high is sugar and fat! Just ½ cup has between 120 and 180 calories (with optional alcohol adding another 100 at least), but a serving is often more than ½ cup. Since your brain does not register beverages like it does food, eggnog won’t fill you up or replace your dessert, so the empty calories just add up.  

​An occasional glass isn’t a problem, but what if you find yourself sipping it every day? I still choose to enjoy eggnog by making my own (use nonfat milk or a dairy alternative with this recipe) or mixing a light store-bought version with one of those milks to expand my ½ cup serving to a full cup.
 
Just One Thing to do: If you enjoy eggnog, try brewing your own using skim milk or a light nondairy beverage, or buy a light version and keep your portion to ½ cup.