Hey Everyone,Did you know the average American will gain 1-2 lbs from Thanksgiving to Christmas. This may not sound like a big deal but 1-2 lbs per year can add up!!
In light of the holiday season, I wanted to post about
4 Simple tips to stay healthy over the holiday season.
1. Moderation
- Holiday's are a special time for families to get together and spend quality time. By all means enjoy the time you spend and indulge on some of Grandma's mashed potatoes. However, keep in mind that moderation is key!
- If you plan on having a large thanksgiving meal, try to avoid a large Thanksgiving breakfast of pancakes, muffins, cakes.. etc. Eat your normal smaller portioned breakfast and lunch, that way you wont hurt your diet completely and are less likely to overdo it.
2. Portion Control
- Try to eat off a smaller plate and make it colorful!
- Have fun on thanksgiving by loading up on the greens and veggie sides. (like side salads, green beans, roasted cauliflower)
- Before you jump in for seconds, wait 10 minutes, drink some water, and enjoy spending time with loved ones. Sometimes that's really all it takes.
- Your already eating a stuffed turkey, so why feel like one??
3. Bring your own healthy alternatives
- If your spending thanksgiving with Grandma and dreading her butter loaded mashed potatoes, offer to bring a healthy side!
- Here are some awesome healthy sides that you will feel great about eating.
- Click this link to see 44 Healthy sides recipes
4. Get active!
- So much of the holidays is sharing food with family, why not start a new tradition and get active with your loved ones!
- Stop watching the football game and go play your own!
- Have a 3-legged race!
- Play some wii fit games.
- Or just go for a walk in this beautiful fall weather.
I hope these 4 simple tips help you stay healthy and happy on during this holiday season.
Till next time.....
-Kate
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