This weekend a friend asked me to help her come up with some tips for healthy holiday eating. She’s a member of the Wellness Committee at her work and they specifically wanted to know how to avoid overeating and feeling uncomfortable during vacation this month. I was happy to come up with a few pointers to help her out and figured I’d share them here on the blog. You may have heard me say these before, but a reminder can’t hurt.
- Eat a handful of walnuts or almonds 20 minutes before a big holiday meal. The healthy fats in the nuts actually block the absorption of less healthy fats in dairy and processed foods. The nuts will also take the edge off hunger, so you’re not starving at the beginning of a big meal.
- Chew more! Chewing breaks down your food and releases enzymes to begin digestion. When you chew more, you eat less and feel satisfied sooner. Try chewing each bite of food about 20-30 times before you swallow. It may seem like a lot at first, but it will slow you down and help you relax during meals or snack times.
- Surround yourself with healthy treats. Bring your favorite healthy foods to work and holiday parties to set a good example. When you surround yourself with good options, you’re less likely to overindulge on all the bad stuff. I like to keep fresh fruit, raw nuts, and bottles of water right on my desk where I can see them every day. Here’s a bunch of healthy dessert ideas to bring to parties: 7 Days of Healthy Desserts
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Great tips! We definitely agree – healthy snacking is important. Here we have a few tips as well – http://womensvoicesforchange.org/enjoy-the-holidays%E2%80%94without-increasing-your-dress-size.htm – but our core guidelines are yours as well. Skipping meals and arriving somewhere hungry only encourages overeating, and healthy treats will help! We suggest bringing your own if you are planning to be a houseguest this holiday season.
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