Food is an important part of holiday celebrations. With each holiday, food traditions are formed. In planning for holiday meals and entertaining, keep in mind the health and well being of your family and guests, as well as yourself. The following tips may help you survive the holidays with your waistline intact!
Here's some Healthy Tips!
Remember that the holidays are first and foremost about people. Focus on your loved ones rather than food.
Plan ahead. Eating healthfully will not just happen, particularly if this has not been your usual holiday practice!
Set health goals for your daily routine, but particularly over the holidays. Post them where you will see them often. Don’t forget to reward yourself if you stick to your goals, but don’t use food as a reward! Instead, buy yourself a holiday gift, or promise yourself some “me” time to spend any way you choose.
Step up physical activity during the holidays. Adding just 15 minutes of walking per day adds up to almost an additional 2 hours per week. Park in the farthest parking place when holiday shopping. Use hand weights when watching the news, or walk with friends while waiting on your kids during their activities.
Wearing a pedometer can help you track your steps!
Don’t try to diet during the holidays. A more realistic goal is to maintain weight rather than to lose it. Simply switching to this approach may take the pressure off of you.
Holiday Greetings!
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