In the midst of the stress of the holidays it is easy to forget about your health goals and “let yourself go.” However, with a bit of preparation, you can stay on track and prevent the typical stress and weight gain during the holiday season. Carve out some time every day for YOU. Use this time to do something you enjoy. You might take advantage of this time to maintain balance despite the stress and indulgences that might come with the festivities. You might go for a walk or jog, take a yoga or pilates class, or simply take a relaxing bath. During holiday parties, it is easy to be tempted by foods that are not in line with your usual health goals, overeat, and drink more than you typically would. In order to avoid these unhealthy and unwanted behaviors, you might practice some of the following tips:
· Focus on the celebration of the holidays with friends and family rather than the food and drink.
· Bring your favorite healthy dessert so that you can indulge without being tempted by other unhealthy desserts that are available.
· Eat a small meal or snack ½ hour before you go to the party to avoid hunger and then overindulging.
· Graze throughout the party on healthier options like vegetables and protein dishes.
· If you choose to have foods and drinks that are not in line with your health goals, then balance them with extra vegetables and exercise that same day.
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