Holiday heft!
Brian November 28th, 2008
Alright, Thanksgiving just passed and we officially entered the “no restraint zone.” Eating healthy is harder than ever with holiday parties and shopping taking more and more of our time. Below are a few quick and easy tips to keep off the pounds and still have a good time.
Holidays:
- Stick to eating multiple small meals rather than one large one. You won’t get so lethargic and your body is better able to break down the food you have eaten.
- Always eat dessert after the meal. Waiting to eat dessert until a few hours after the meal guarantees that you will eat more sweets, and have a higher blood glucose and ensuing insulin spike.
- If there are appetizers, try to snack on some fruits and vegetables. This will provide some bulk and fill you up so you will be less likely to eat more at lunch or dinner time.
- Limit alcohol consumption. There is no quicker way to add up empty calories than with beer, mixed drinks and wine!
Shopping:
- Try to bring some food with you to limit the amount of eating out. You can eat this in your car before you make the next trek into the traffic madness. This also helps save money!
- Choose a salad with grilled chicken instead of a greasy cheeseburger. Most places offer healthy menu choices.
- Eat a large meal before you leave to go shopping.
I hope these quick, easy tips help you this holiday season.
In Health,
Brian