Easter doesn’t need to mean sugar highs and loading up on the sweet stuff. While part of the Easter fun for many are the chocolatey treats, there is a way to treat yourself and your family without sacrificing your health or the holiday fun.
Make swaps for healthier treats
Swap out sugar-filled sweets for their healthier alternatives. Make wee goodie bags with a selection of healthier treats tied up with a bow.
Swap out the jelly beans with mother nature’s candy instead. Try goji berries (think a mix between a cherry and a cranberry) that are loaded with serious antioxidants and vitamin C.
Toasted coconut flakes are an excellent source of healthy fat.
Instead of candy-coated chocolate like m&m’s try chocolate covered almonds instead. Aim for dark chocolate (70%-85%) which has less sugar than other chocolate and also contains more antioxidants. Almonds are also fantastic for you. Packed with healthy fats, fiber, protein, magnesium, and vitamin E.
Add in a homemade treat
Making your own version of something you love but with less sugar and no processed ingredients. Bliss balls always go down a treat or try making some chocolate pumpkin brownies or chocolate oat muesli bars.
Add eggs to your day
What is Easter without eggs after all! Start the day off with a protein punch which will keep you fuller for longer, one egg has 78 calories, 6 grams of protein. They are also full of omega-3 and vitamins A, D and E.
Entertain the kids and decorate the eggshells with food dye. Depending on your egg preference, you may wish to decorate the eggs once they are hard boiled or make a small hole in the shell at the top and the bottom and ‘blow’ the egg out leaving the shell complete then pain the delicate shell.
Think outside the treats
You don’t have to give cholate or sweets to make someone feel special. Think of items your gift receiver would love but may usually treat themselves to such as candles, essential oils, pretty stationary, a journal, books, or a nice moisturiser. For the kids in your life, think sidewalk chalk, fun games, stickers, or a jump rope. These are only a jumping off point, get creative with it! You can even get create a treasure hunt for them to find the wee presents.
Have a great Easter!
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