Turkey Leftovers and Health Benefits

http://www.karenrothnutrition.com We often think of Turkey containing tryptophan and causing use to be sleepy on Thanksgiving Day. While Turkey does contain a good amount of sleep promoting tryptophan, it also contain contains

Energy producing nutrients, Niacin and B6

Niacin is an important vitamin that helps
•Prevent DNA damage, which can protect us from cancer,
•Supports blood sugar regulation.

While B6 is essential for us to
•Break down and process carbohydrates.

Its also contains 50% of the daily requirement of selenium.
This trace mineral is essential in the metabolism of thyroid hormones and supports the immune system. Both Niacin and Selenium are cancer protective nutrients.

Skinless turkey contains half the saturated fat as red meat, making it one of the leanest sources of protein. Nearly all the fat is in the skin. When you compare a 3 ½ oz serving of Red meat to White Turkey meat, you save 17 grams of total Fat.

With left over turkey meat you can make turkey wraps with lettuce leaves. Shred turkey into long pieces, put in a romaine lettuce leaf or iceberg lettuce cup, drizzle with balsamic dressing, and add some avocado and sprouts. Very healthy light wrap that is tasty and high in protein.

Add sliced turkey to a green salad with dried cranberries, pine nuts and a light vinaigrette dressing.

Using a corn tortilla, make soft turkey tacos, top with tomatoes, avocado, red onion and a little cheese.

And take your favorite tuna salad recipe and substitute turkey meat. Simply put turkey in a mini processor to shred it finely. Mix ingredients. Serve in lettuce wraps or on top of a salad.

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[KentuckyRebels]

Karen this is a great video, I am going to try some of your left over suggestions. Do you think shredded bar b que turkey on a bun would be good with slaw on the side? Thanks, I am now a subs

[NutritionalChoice]

@KentuckyRebels Absolutely, but try to find low sugar BBQ sauce or one made with Xylitol so it's sugar free.

[cheechthemighty]

Hot chick!

[tlife35]

thank you, good post!