The Art of Healthy Eating During Chinese New Year Celebrations
The Chinese New Year represents a time of joyous celebration, family reunions, and abundant feasting. While traditional festive foods carry deep cultural significance and bring immense pleasure, the typical holiday diet often presents nutritional challenges. Many festive dishes are high in protein, fat, calories, and salt, while being relatively low in vegetables and whole grains. Combined with frequent snacking on nuts, pastries, and other treats between meals, this can lead to an unbalanced dietary pattern that may impact health. However, with thoughtful planning and mindful eating strategies, it’s possible to honor traditions while maintaining good health.
