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The holidays are upon us. Cue the carols, packed schedules, baked goods\u2014and the guilt.\u00a0<\/p>\n

For what is considered by many to be the most wonderful time of the year, the holidays can bring on a lot of guilt, especially where food is concerned. Because even though we know we shouldn\u2019t sip hot cocoa every night or go back for that second slice of pie, we all know it\u2019s going to happen.\u00a0<\/p>\n

So this year, instead of feeling bad about enjoying something that tastes so good or worrying about holiday weight gain, let\u2019s take guilt out of the equation entirely. The holidays should be a joyful time, whether you\u2019re spending time with loved ones or whipping up a batch of fudge made from your grandma\u2019s frequently-asked-for-but-never-shared recipe.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The secret to healthy holiday eating is having a few helpers (no, we\u2019re not talking about elves here) to help counteract the extra calories you take in and make up for the nutrients that tend to fall off the sleigh during holiday merriment.<\/p>\n

Helper 1: Cholesterol and blood sugar support<\/h2>\n

You probably already know that fiber is good for digestion. But there\u2019s another huge benefit of fiber that often flies under the radar: it helps lessen the impact dietary carbohydrates and cholesterol can have on the body<\/a>. This means supporting normal, healthy cholesterol and blood glucose levels in your bloodstream (re: steadier energy levels)\u2014and you\u2019ll feel better, too.\u00a0<\/p>\n

If you, like many, load up on carbs the last few months of the year, taking Unicity Balance<\/a> with those heavy meals and treats can reduce the impact all those extra carbs are having on your body.\u00a0<\/p>\n

So the next time you\u2019re heading to a party where sweets will be front and center, keep a packet of Balance<\/a> in your pocket so you\u2019ll be ready to mix up a quick drink before enjoying the rest of your evening\u2014desserts included.<\/p>\n

Helper 2: Food for your microbiome<\/h2>\n

A healthy, balanced microbiome is crucial for our overall health. It\u2019s another key player in digestive health, and supports other metabolic processes too, including immune health.<\/p>\n

Adopting a microbiome-friendly diet<\/a> is one of the best ways to keep your gut happy. But let\u2019s be real\u2014the person who can stick to a perfect diet throughout the holiday season is as rare as a Rudolph sighting in the night sky.\u00a0<\/p>\n

But you can still feed your gut with a variety of probiotics, regardless of your diet\u2014and it only takes a few seconds. Probionic Plus<\/a> contains 11 probiotic strains that help the body restore the balance of healthy bacteria in your gut. It can also help soothe intestinal discomfort and support a healthy digestion system.<\/p>\n

If fermented foods don\u2019t make it onto the menu for your holiday gatherings, don\u2019t sweat it. Just be sure to take Probionic Plus with a small glass of water or juice any time during the day, and then party away!<\/p>\n

Helper 3: The fundamentals<\/h2>\n

As magical as the holidays can be, they don\u2019t have the power to transform your candy, cakes, and drinks from naughty to nice. So if you\u2019re running on sugar and spice instead of vitamins and minerals, fill in the nutritional gaps with a few key supplements:<\/p>\n