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Eight Great Healthy Tips To Fight Holiday Weight Gain

December 8, 2017February 27, 2023 Natalie 9 comments
Eight Great Healthy Tips To Fight Holiday Weight Gain

With Christmas on the horizon, the season of overindulgence will soon be here. But don’t fret! You can keep your healthy habits from now until the new year while still enjoying yourself. See these simple healthy tips for avoiding temptation and fueling your brain and body this holiday season.

Eight Great Healthy Tips To Fight Holiday Weight Gain

Fill up on fiber and protein rich foods: When you go to a party look for the veggies, beans, and lentils, and lean protein foods like eggs, chicken, turkey, grass fed beef, and pork. Vegetables have fiber that will fill you up and nutrients you need to thrive. Eat less fried foods, processed meats, foods with sugar, and cheeses.

Keep moving: Eating well and exercising go hand in hand to maintain weight. Find time to work out at least four times a week. This includes cardio, strength and flexibility exercises. Any activity you like to do that will get your heart pumping and build lean muscle. Don’t know where to start? Take a long walk after dinner, check out Youtube videos, or join a class with a buddy to keep that motivation going.

Bring Your Own Food: Going to a place that might not have any healthy options? Bring your own dish. Veggie platters, or a vegetable based entree will fill you up with fiber and protein.

Drink Liquor In Moderation: I am not going to tell you not to drink, but I would recommend to stick to 1 drink a day if you’re a woman and 2 drinks if you are a man. Too many drinks will increase your waistline along with your risk for type 2 diabetes, cancer, and heart disease. So if you are conscious of carbohydrates and calories you can try to stick with vodka, rum, gin, tequila, whiskey, scotch, and brandy. Use lime and seltzer instead of sugary mixers like juices or tonic. Want to avoid those holiday hangovers? Stay hydrated with water and stick to clear liquor.

Watch Your Sugar: Sugar is abundant this holiday season in everything from cookies and cakes to candy canes, pies, and even entree and side dishes. Too much can increase your waistline and also put you at risk for heart disease, type 2 diabetes, cancer, and dementia. One teaspoon of sugar is equal to 4 grams of sugar. This can add up pretty quickly, so be sure to check food labels and try to stay below 25 grams (6 teaspoons) a day.

Plan Ahead: If you know you’re going to a party tonight plan your meals for earlier in the day so you are eating whole nutrient dense foods that will satisfy your hunger. Foods like almonds, walnuts, pumpkin/sunflower seeds, avocados, or plain yogurt are great snacks to eat before your event later in the day.

Give In To Your Indulgence: The last thing you want to do is deny yourself a treat during this season. Make it something special that you may not be able to have any other time of the year.

Watch Your Portions: Portion distortion is alive and well in our society. Fill up on nutrient rich foods like vegetables. Eat much smaller portions of sweets, treats, and other indulgent foods. One trick is to use a small plate and wait 20 minutes until your brain knows your stomach is full.

Remember healthy habits start with one step at a time. Any small step is a win that you can celebrate! For more healthy eating tips, go to EduPlated.com.

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9 comments

  1. Allison Swain says:
    December 10, 2017 at 3:44 pm

    These are great tips! I do most of these. I always am filled up on fruit and veggies, and trying to always move around. That way I really don’t feel bad when I do indulge. Thank you for sharing!

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  2. slehan says:
    December 10, 2017 at 9:48 pm

    I always make sure I eat before I go to parties.

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  3. Helen says:
    December 10, 2017 at 10:04 pm

    Such great tips. I always tell people to watch their beverages. You can’t imagine how many sneaky calories they have.

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  4. Amber says:
    December 11, 2017 at 12:55 am

    Bringing your own food can be tricky but it’s a good ip!

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  5. Zoey says:
    December 12, 2017 at 9:51 pm

    These are also some great tips for staying healthier around the holidays!

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  6. Sally Gearhart says:
    December 14, 2017 at 9:05 pm

    Thanks for the great tips, i know there’s a couple that would definitely help me. I’m GOING to start eating healthier and helping my family make better choices!

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  7. slehan says:
    December 15, 2017 at 9:47 pm

    For me it means just saying no to all alcoholic beverages. One glass of plain eggnog is good for me.

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  8. Rebecca Holland says:
    December 18, 2017 at 7:29 pm

    Great tips!!

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  9. Calvin says:
    January 31, 2018 at 2:29 pm

    I do like moderate weight gain because I have lost quite a bit due to medicine

    Reply

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