The holidays are here!!! And so are those Holiday Parties đ Whether itâs a family party or a work party, the temptation to overeat is EVERYWHERE!! Here is a list of 5 tips created just for you to avoid overeating at holiday parties!
- Plan ahead!! Having a plan before you get to a holiday event can help you control what and how much youâre going to eat!! If youâve eaten healthy all day, (which I hope is the case), then maybe when dinner roles around itâs just about portion control. DONâT starve yourself all day just so you can âpig outâ at the partyâŚnot a smart idea. If you are more of a visual person, write down the smart food choices you will be making. Itâll keep you more accountable and help you in achieving your goals!
- Drink a glass of water before you eat. Water takes up space and is calorie-free.And if it helps, drink a couple of glasses before you even arrive. It could help so that you donât overdo in the appetizer department also! Yes, you may have to use the ladies room, but isnât that better than overeating? đ
- Eat slowly and wait 20 minutes before you go back for seconds or dessert. Your brain needs a chance to catch up, so to speak. It takes 15-20 mins before your brain realizes youâve eaten. And hopefully by the time you feel satisfied, youâll decide having a second helping of pasta isnât such a good idea. Or that chocolate cake might not look so good anymore.
- Avoid drinking too many cocktails or glasses of wine. Alcohol and mixers contain a lot of empty calories, as do sodas and too many fruit juices. Try to stick with flavored water or tea. Thatâll cut the calories for sure!
- Indulge wisely! Allow yourself some of those must-have treats. Especially if itâs something youâre looking forward to all year long. Donât overdo it, but have a reasonable, rewarding amount of the holiday foods you enjoy!
Remember, this time of year is a fun time of year! Just because something looks good in the buffet line, doesnât mean itâs a good idea to eat it. Trust me, when you wake up the next day and you donât feel like a stuffed turkey, youâll be much happier with yourself! And just because youâre at a special event, it doesnât mean the calories donât count!
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