The traditional English Sunday roast is a weekly celebration in most households, but have you ever considered the caloric content of your meat, two veg and gravy?

The average Sunday roast can amass a whopping 850kcal, which is a huge chunk of your daily allowance. But all is not bad. The meat is a rich source of protein and the vegetables contain essential fibre, vitamins and antioxidants.

Here are my top 5 tips to make your Sunday roast healthier:

(1) Remove fatty skin on the meat especially with chicken and pork.

(2) Keep roast potatoes whole, rather than chopping in half (less oil absorbed).

(3) Stock your plate up with adequate ‘steamed’ vegetables.

(4) Try to avoid ready made gravy, which is loaded with salt and sugar. If you can make your own which is a healthier alternative.

(5) Keep an eye on the added extras such as cauliflower cheese and stuffing that ramp up calorie count.

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