Celebrating
with family and friends makes the holiday season a fun time of the year. It is
also the time of year that involves over-eating and weight gain for many.
Holiday eating results in an average gain of one to two pounds each year and,
overtime, this can add up. By focusing on balancing food, activity, and fun,
the holiday season doesn’t have to mean weight gain.
Tips for Eating Healthy During the Holidays:
1. Don’t arrive to a
holiday party on an empty stomach
– eat a snack beforehand to avoid overeating.
2. Bring your own
healthy dish – you’ll have at least one healthy option to eat.
3. Don’t drink your
calories – be careful when drinking high-calorie non-alcoholic or alcoholic
beverages.
4. Eat small portions
– you don’t have to skip your favorite holiday foods, but don’t overindulge.
5. Eat slowly –
savor and enjoy your favorite holiday foods, rather than overindulging.
6. Plan time for
exercise – take a walk or play a game outside with family.
7. Don’t focus on the
food – focus on socializing with family and friends and meeting new
acquaintances.
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Foods to Choose More Often:
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Turkey breast
·
Chicken breast
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Mineral water
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Tossed salad
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Steamed vegetables
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Fresh fruit
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Plain rice
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Plain potatoes
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Foods to Choose Less Often:
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Beef
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Pie & Cakes
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Stuffing
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Sugar-sweetened beverages/alcohol
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Gravy
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Bread pudding
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Candy
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Eggnog
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Written by: Corey Grundy, MS, SFA Dietetic Intern 2014-2015
References:
http://www.slcfac.com/2013/12/04/healthy-holiday-happenings/
http://danazilber.com/2012/11/five-ways-to-survive-the-holiday-weight-gain/
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