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| | | | | I don't think I've experienced a Thanksgiving without turkey. It's a holiday staple in my family and many other American households, thanks to its ability to satisfy even the largest gatherings. | | But exactly how healthy is this bird? Keep scrolling as I dive into the answer! | | | | | | | Let's eat,
Sarah Matysiak
Associate Editor, Healthline |  | | Written by Sarah Matysiak
November 14, 2025 • 3 min read | | | | | | | |
| |  | | | | Gobble, gobble, gobble | | First, the nutrients in roasted turkey depend on the cut (dark meat or light meat). Active muscles, such as the legs or thighs, hold the dark meat, which tends to be higher in calories and fat. Light meat, on the other hand, tends to be lower in both calories and fat, and slightly higher in protein (about 30 grams [g] compared to about 28 g in dark meat). | | Choosing to keep the skin on also increases the fat content of the cut. But keep in mind that moderate amounts of fat can help you feel full after meals, and the calorie difference between dark and light meat is slight. | Other beneficial nutrients you can find in turkey, regardless of the cut, include: - vitamins B3, B6, and B12
- selenium
- zinc
- phosphorous
- choline
- magnesium
- potassium
| If you're unfamiliar with these B vitamins, they serve multiple functions: - B3 (niacin) is essential for efficient energy production and cellular communication.
- B6 (pyridoxine) supports amino acid formation and helps produce neurotransmitters.
- B12 is vital for DNA production and the formation of red blood cells.
| | Now, if your family is like mine, you'll be eating turkey for days after your Thanksgiving meal. Here's some recipe inspiration to keep things from getting repetitive: | | Just sub the sandwich meat with leftover turkey, and you're set! Plus, it'll be lower in sodium. | | 🤔 Did you know? You might have heard the claim that turkey makes you sleepy. While it does contain the amino acid tryptophan (a precursor to serotonin, which helps regulate sleep), it doesn't have enough to cause sleepiness. In fact, all meat contains tryptophan. So, consuming turkey at Thanksgiving shouldn't make you any more drowsy than eating other meats. Resulting sleepiness is likely due to consuming a large meal and holiday fatigue. | | | | | | | | Sponsored by | | | | | | | | |  | | | Find your calm with Medterra | | Cannabidiol (CBD) is an active compound found in cannabis. It may have several health benefits, such as relieving general pain and supporting mental health and sleep. There are lots of CBD products on the market — some of which are low quality — which is why choosing the right one is so important. | | Whether you need a little extra support with sleep, focus, mood, or just relaxing in your daily life, Medterra is here to help. Find gummies, tinctures, capsules, topicals, and full-spectrum, broad-spectrum, and isolate CBD, all third-party tested and made with natural ingredients. Don't do CBD? Don't worry — there are CBD-free products available, too. Get 50% off and free shipping with code NEWMT50 + SHIPFREE. | | | | | | | |   | | | | | | | | Until next time, |  | Take care of yourself, and we'll see
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