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What would the Super Bowl be without wings, cheesy nachos and deep-dish pizza? If you’re hosting a Super Bowl watch party on February 12th, or if you plan to attend one, you may see these items as part and parcel of the Super Bowl experience. But, says Danielle Staub, a registered dietitian at 91�鶹��Ʒ’s Center for Advanced Digestive Care, whether you’re a host or a guest, you can help �ٴ�“l������ٱ�� things up” with healthier options while indulging in some of the traditional dishes everyone enjoys.��

“If you’re the one hosting the get-together, be very specific about what you’d like your guests to bring, and keep your requests simple: a fruit platter, crudités (raw vegetables), a salad or guacamole, for example. Chances are, you won’t be the only one trying to stay healthy,” she says.����

Read on for Danielle’s best tips for a fun evening that combines the tried-and-true with healthy, tasty alternatives.��

How can the host of a watch party make everyone feel comfortable while offering delicious alternatives to the usual high-fat, salty, processed fare?����

I suggest offering familiar foods that �������’t too far out of people’s comfort zone while adding your own healthy twist. Try making sweet potato nachos using thinly sliced and baked sweet potato rather than chips. Add avocado, black beans and Pico de Gallo for a beautiful pop of color. Is this a different take on the traditional dish? Yes, but it’s also familiar. Have some Super Bowl staples too, just in case your guests are not feeling all that adventurous.��������

What are your favorite healthy snacks? Are they available at the supermarket, or do people need to go