5 Heart Healthy Choices for Thanksgiving

Published November 23, 2016 1:28 PM EST

Tis' the season for holiday eating.. But before you fill up your plate, remember not to overdo it.   America's Healhty Heart Doc, Dr. Joel Kahn shares his top 5 heart healthy choices this Thanksgiving.

1. Baking : Use applesauce instead of butter

2. Cooking- Use fresh herbs and spices for flavor instead of salt and butter

3. At Dinner: Load up your plate with salad and veggie sides, making less room for all the heavy stuff

4. Get Active: Go for a walk after dinner 

5. Get Enough Sleep