- Make sure to eat small meals during the
day to avoid overeating during holiday parties.
- Fill at least half of your plate with fruit
and veggies. Eat the veggies first to avoid filling up with higher calorie options.
- Cut dessert portions in half and add fruit.
-Eat
high fiber foods such as whole grains which will help keep you feeling
satisfied longer.
- Replace butter with olive oil and/or grape
seed oil in some of your favorite recipes.
- Despite the cooler weather, hydration is
key. Try to consume 8-12 glasses of water a day. Try to drink an 8 oz. glass before meals to
avoid overeating.
- Take the time to enjoy the meal with your
family and savor every bite. Consuming the meal quickly may result in
overeating.
- Stay active and engage in at least 30
minutes of physical activity every day. Don’t’ wait until the New Year to start
or resume exercise. Regular physical
activity will help you enjoy the holidays even more!
- Avoid alcohol. If you must drink, choose
lower calorie options like white wine or sparkling wine.
- Portion
control. Use the Myplate.org diagram to get a better idea for healthy portion
sizes.
