Super Bowl is the 2nd largest day of food consumption behind Thanksgiving

On the Monday after the Super Bowl, OTC antacid sales increase by 20%

Average calorie intake during the Super Bowl game is about 1200 calories

15% of Americans call in sick the Monday after the Super Bowl

Discussion: 6% of Americans call in sick the Monday after the Super Bowl. Millions of Super Bowl viewing parties take place across the world. Parties historically consist of chips, wings, pizza, soda / alcohol to name a few resulting in billions of fat calories consumed by individuals. With heart month around the corner here are some healthy, fun Super Bowl snacks you could serve at your party that pack the flavor, but do not pack on the pounds:

Dips such as hummus, roasted eggplant spread, salsa, and guacamole

Raw veggies for munching: Carrots, cucumber, bell pepper strips, grape tomatoes and celery sticks

Shrimp cocktail

Homemade pizzas, make it fun and interactive by involving your guests to select the healthy toppings

Protein-packed finger foods such as turkey burger sliders