Wow, this holiday season is flying by! How’s it going? I hope you’ve been happy and healthy so
far. This week we’ll talk about parties. With all the celebration, it’s easy to get
caught up in unhealthy behaviors. Here
are the next tips to avoid holiday weight gain.
Tip #6: Don’t drink your calories.
Holiday drinks can have more than 500 calories each! All that egg nog can quickly expand your
waistline. When we drink our calories, we
don’t always feel full which usually means that our caloric intake for the day
will be higher than our bodies require. Alcohol containing drinks stimulate the
appetite and lower inhibition, making us even more likely to overindulge.
Finally, alcohol intake affects metabolism, making us more likely to store fat.
If you choose to drink alcohol, choose lower calorie options
like wine spritzers or vodka and soda.
Get creative and try to make lower calorie versions of your favorites.
Tip #7 Prevent party pitfalls.
It’s great to make time to hit
the party scene, but if you’re hungry before you get there, you’re in for
disaster. It’s best to start with a healthy
snack before the party. You’re less likely to overindulge when you’re not
hungry.
When at a dinner party, start with healthy options first (at
least half of your plate should be veggies), then pick one or two indulgences
that you really like. It’s also always a good idea to bring a healthy dish or
appetizer.
So party on this holiday season but plan ahead for optimal
health.
No comments:
Post a Comment