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Sponsored by: OLIPOP & Real California Milk
The holidays are officially here. And if you’re looking for delicious ways to feel good while you celebrate, we’ve got you covered.
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and author of From Burnout to Balance Patricia Bannan joins our Laura Cavanaugh with easy, healthy holiday ideas for festive drinks, appetizers and dishes.
With about 60% of Americans saying their stress goes up during the holidays, many of us are looking for ways to feel good and still enjoy the season. Bannan is helping you achieve your goals with better-for-you options to reach for during the holidays.
“OLIPOP has all the flavor of soda, but it’s got some better-for-you ingredients in there. It’s got prebiotics, plant fiber and botanicals, which help support a healthy gut, which is something we’re all looking for these days,” said Bannan.
Each can of OLIPOP has just 2 to 5 grams of sugar, 35 to 50 calories and up to 9 grams of fiber, so it feels like a fun treat but still fits into a healthy routine.
Just in time for the holidays, OLIPOP is now at Costco in a 15-count variety pack with three festive flavors: Ginger Ale, Vintage Cola, and Crisp Apple.
Drink them as-is or turn them into a simple holiday mocktail — like a Cranberry Ginger Fizz, Just start with the Ginger Ale OLIPOP and add a splash of 100% cranberry juice and orange juice with a pretty garnish.
It looks really festive but only takes a minute to put together.
For pairing options, Bannan loves festive appetizers like Holiday Brie Trees. They always get a big reaction and they take almost no time to make.
Each ounce of brie cheese provides 6 grams of protein for staying power.
To make the appetizers, simply slice Real California Brie into little wedges, add a pretzel stick for the trunk, drizzle with honey and dip them into a festive mix of cranberries, apricots, pistachios and rosemary.
California dairy is also naturally rich in calcium and high-quality protein, and it’s incredibly versatile — perfect for cheese boards, brunch dishes, or cozy holiday comfort food.
When you choose products with the Real California Milk seal, you’re supporting family farms. In fact, 99% of California dairies are family-owned. The state leads the nation in sustainable dairy farming practices.
Look for the Real California Milk seal because it means you’re supporting local farmers who are dedicated to sustainability.
You can find all these recipes, cheese board ideas, pairings and more at www.RealCaliforniaMilk.com
To round out your table, try one of Bannan’s crowd-pleasing favorites from her book – like her Kale, Sweet Potato & Grape Salad with Walnuts.
It’s made with kale, roasted sweet potatoes, sweet grapes, toasted walnuts and a little dry jack, all tossed in a simple maple–Dijon dressing. It’s hearty enough to be a main or a stunning holiday side.
The salad is gorgeous on the table and tastes even better.
For more healthy ideas, recipes and life tips, visit www.patriciabannan.com
Sponsored by: OLIPOP & Real California Milk
