During the holidays, it's difficult to make wise food choices. This is the time of year when fun, food and fellowship go hand in hand. For those people who have to watch what they eat for health reasons, Thanksgiving can be a frustrating day. With a few substitutions, diabetics and those watching their weight can enjoy the holiday feast too.

510 Calorie Diabetic Thanksgiving Menu

• 3 ounces of white meat turkey breast without the skin (140 calories )
• 2 Tablespoons of apple cider gravy (20 calories)
• 1/2 cup of diabetic bread stuffing (100 calories)
• 1/2 cup of butternut squash with ginger ( 70 calories)
• 2 Tablespoons of cranberry relish ( 42 calories)
• 1/2 cup of steamed green beans ( 15 calories)
• 1/2 cup diabetic pumpkin pudding ( 123 calories)

Low Fat and Sugar Free Traditional Thanksgiving Meal

This modified menu has retained most of the traditional fare. Enjoy the same tastes and smells of childhood. However, most of the added fat, salt and sugar has been removed. Also the calorie count is only half a day's worth or less depending on an individual's calorie requirements.

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