It can be challenging to eat healthy during the holiday season with so many sugary and fatty options around. From eating organic food to planning around travel, here are four pieces of advice to help you make smart dining choices during this busy time.

How to Eat Well During the Holidays 

1. Snack Smart 

It’s easy to get wrapped up in holiday travel and reach for sweets and salty treats on the go. Have healthy options on hand instead, like guacamole and tortilla chips or vegetables and hummus. Keep them in small containers so you can bring the snacks on the road.

2. Choose Local, Organic Foods

Sourcing ingredients for holiday meals locally not only reduces your environmental footprint but also provides the freshest, most flavorful ingredients possible. Sign up for a community-supported agriculture box full of fall veggies, and order a turkey or a pig from a regional farm. Many offer delivery to farmer’s markets, or you can go to the farm and pick out your ingredients.

3. Plan Meals Outside the House

When you need a break from cooking, head to a favorite health food spot to grab a meal or snack. Enjoy a smoothie with tasty fruits and vegetables for a refreshing pick-me-up during the seasonal chaos. Or dig into a lunch that offers fiber, protein, and carbohydrates like chicken and rice or poke.

4. Add Color to Your Plate

The easiest way to ensure you’re eating a balanced diet is to create meals that feature many colors. For example, choose eggs, orange sweet potatoes, purple cabbage, and grapefruit juice, which will offer protein, fiber, carbohydrates, Vitamin C, and healthy fats.

If you’re looking for a place to enjoy smoothies and healthy meals made with organic food this holiday season, head to Heavenly Island Lifestyle. The Honolulu restaurant uses locally sourced foods whenever possible for their wholesome dishes. Call (808) 923-1100 to make a reservation, or visit the website for their menu, which includes breakfast, lunch, dinner, and drinks.