Now that the new year is getting into full swing, you’ve probably started planning those get togethers with co-workers, friends and loved ones to celebrate birthdays, promotions or other milestones.  Well my low calorie secret to celebrating good times will keep you on track with your goal of living healthy and staying healthy.

My low calorie secret will help you be the life of the party…giving you and your guests a healthier option to enjoy without adding unnecessary calories.  We all need to watch what we eat especially when we’re out at parties because those little sweet or savory bites are usually chock full of unexpected calories.  So when you’re ready to raise your glass for that toast or just want to spice up your celebration don’t forget about what you put in your glass.  That mixed drink or fruity beverage can add surprisingly more calories than you think.

We’ve all heard of mimosas, a combination of orange juice and champagne that gives breakfast or brunch an extra kick.  Well, did you know that one mimosa contains about 120 calories?  And who can have just one?  So think about it.  During the course of your meal, you’ll probably refill your glass about two times giving you 360 extra calories—more than a regular candy bar! 360 calories!—and if you like more champagne with your drink, you’re looking at even more EMPTY calories!

When I realized that I’d drink all those extra empty calories I knew that I had to come up with my own “low calorie” and “no calorie” version of the mimosa to wet my whistle.  So here it is…

The Health and Wellness Queen’s “Low Calorie Mimosa”: 

1 Part Orange Juice mixed with 1 Part seltzer adding up to just over 50 calories.

The Health and Wellness Queen’s “‘No Calorie’* Mimosa”:

1 Part Orange Crystal Light and 1 Part Seltzer adds up to a whopping 2 calories!

*Now I know ‘2′ calories doesn’t equal ‘0′ calories but it just sounds so much better as a ‘No Calorie Mimosa’ than a ‘2 calorie Mimosa’—so please forgive me

So the next time you’re out celebrating or at home enjoying a celebration of your own, remember my low calorie and no calorie options for that mixed drink—it’ll keep you on track and closer to your goal of getting healthy and staying healthy for the new year.

To your wellness,

The Health and Wellness Queen

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