James Beard Award-winning chef Todd English tells Fox News Digital how he likes to cook a Thanksgiving turkey. The focus of Thanksgiving may seem pretty simple — cooking, eating and giving thanks — but the specific choices made throughout the day can have an impact on your overall health . From choice of food to stress levels, there are many aspects of the holiday that can affect physical and mental well-being.
Several wellness experts offered their top tips for navigating Thanksgiving in the healthiest possible way. BEST TIME FOR THANKSGIVING DINNER: NUTRITIONISTS GIVE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR PROPER DIGESTION 1. Start the day with gratitude Thanksgiving is the perfect time to reflect on the good in your life, according to Amy Morin, a Florida-based psychotherapist and author of "13 Things Mentally Strong People Don't Do.
" She suggests starting the day by listing three things you're grateful for — "whether it’s the support of loved ones, good health, or even a small joy like your favorite coffee." Thanksgiving is the perfect time to reflect on the good in your life, a psychotherapist said. (iStock) "Taking a moment to think about what you're truly grateful for in a quiet moment can set a positive tone for the day," Morin told Fox News Digital.
"It can also increase your happiness, improve your relationships and give you a boost in mental strength that you'll likely need during the day." 2. Don’t skip breakfast It might seem wise to forgo the meal leading up to Thanksgiv.
