Help a Brit understand Thanksgiving

I know nothing about Thanksgiving — what am I missing?

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Today's Ingredients I don't know if you'd twigged, but I'm a Brit, and Thanksgiving is something of a mystery to me. I know it typically involves a good meal with family and friends, much like Christmas Day here in the U.K. But is there more to it? What's the magic that makes Thanksgiving for you and your family? First, some seasonal tips and tricks:   • The one mistake most people make with Thanksgiving leftovers   • 5 ways to beat the bloat after big holiday blowouts   • How to avoid a cholesterol surge over the holiday season Let's tuck in, Tim Snaith Newsletter Editor, Healthline   Written by Tim Snaith November 23, 2023 • 3 min read Main Course Please, what's Thanksgiving? As you know, I'm a bit of a Yankophile, but I must confess that Thanksgiving remains a mystery to this Brit. (I'd ask someone, but I'm alone in the [virtual] office today, so there's nobody around to explain.) I've gathered that it involves heaping platters of food and family togetherness, but what exactly does a proper American Thanksgiving entail? I have questions:   • What are the must-have dishes?   • Do guests bring their own contributions to the feast?   • Do you have unique family recipes passed down through generations?   • When do you eat, and how long does the meal last?   • What is everyone's favorite Thanksgiving movie?   • What was your best Thanksgiving and why?   • Is it celebrated in Canada too? Apologies for my ignorance. I simply want to gain a better appreciation for how my American friends and colleagues celebrate this beloved national holiday. To educate this Brit on the traditions of Thanksgiving, write to us by email. Cheers! Alone for Thanksgiving? the takeout What we're digesting 💖 Vitamin D recommendations may be too low for heart health. Increasing the dosage could improve heart health outcomes. 💉 Is hooking up to a vitamin IV a good idea? Injecting extra vitamins is growing in popularity, but it isn't without risks. 😵‍💫 How you go from drink to drunk. How and why does booze do its thing, medically speaking? 🥬 Why are TikTokers drinking lettuce water? A compound in lettuce can help you sleep, but does lettuce water contain enough of it? Thank you for reading, and have a great Thanksgiving! This weekend's recipe will not involve turkey, I promise. Until next time, Take care of yourself, and we'll see you again soon!   This edition was powered by a full English breakfast.

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