Mark them on your calendar and plan ahead what you will eat.....at the party & before . Be accountable!
Lots of Holiday parties this month?
Add in the time demands, stresses and the urge to stay inside because of the chilly holiday weather, and you have a recipe for even more inactivity. With all this working against us, it's difficult to keep overeating in check.
Through some planning, goal-setting and little dose of old-fashioned discipline, these steps will help keep the weight off and temptation at bay.
The one jolly fat person we expect to see during the holidays should not be our reflection in the mirror carrying all those extra pounds packed on between Thanksgiving and New Year's.
Statistics show the average person gains anywhere from one pound to 10 during the holidays, and sometimes it sure can feel like a lot more. Between festivities, family gatherings, drinks and sweets, the calories can really add up.
By the end of the holidays, it's hard not to feel as if Santa might have a smaller waistline. It's the reason why so many Americans make their New Year's resolution to lose weight. But why make it a New Year's goal when that marshmallow-covered yam bulge can be controlled throughout the season?
***Five Tips to Avoid Holiday Weight Gain***
1.Drink lots of water throughout the day. It suppresses the appetite and is something everyone should do anyway.
2.Snack on fruits and vegetables. Yogurt is a healthy and low calorie option for dipping versus the more common high-caloric ranch dip option.
3.Limit alcohol consumption. Easier said than done, right? Remember alcohol has as many calories per gram as fat. Opt to alternate a glass of water between drinks, which will not only squelch a possible hangover, but make the stomach feel more full.
4.Go outside and be productive. Take a pre-dinner walk, go to the park, try skating or sledding. Any extra activity helps. Try incorporating 10-minutes worth of cardio into a daily routine.
5.Remember to have fun. Balance and variety apply to holiday celebrations as well as to most things in life. Don't set unrealistic goals and just enjoy time with family and friends. Life is meant to be enjoyed, and counting calories is not fun.
Lots of Holiday parties this month?
Add in the time demands, stresses and the urge to stay inside because of the chilly holiday weather, and you have a recipe for even more inactivity. With all this working against us, it's difficult to keep overeating in check.
Through some planning, goal-setting and little dose of old-fashioned discipline, these steps will help keep the weight off and temptation at bay.
The one jolly fat person we expect to see during the holidays should not be our reflection in the mirror carrying all those extra pounds packed on between Thanksgiving and New Year's.
Statistics show the average person gains anywhere from one pound to 10 during the holidays, and sometimes it sure can feel like a lot more. Between festivities, family gatherings, drinks and sweets, the calories can really add up.
By the end of the holidays, it's hard not to feel as if Santa might have a smaller waistline. It's the reason why so many Americans make their New Year's resolution to lose weight. But why make it a New Year's goal when that marshmallow-covered yam bulge can be controlled throughout the season?
***Five Tips to Avoid Holiday Weight Gain***
1.Drink lots of water throughout the day. It suppresses the appetite and is something everyone should do anyway.
2.Snack on fruits and vegetables. Yogurt is a healthy and low calorie option for dipping versus the more common high-caloric ranch dip option.
3.Limit alcohol consumption. Easier said than done, right? Remember alcohol has as many calories per gram as fat. Opt to alternate a glass of water between drinks, which will not only squelch a possible hangover, but make the stomach feel more full.
4.Go outside and be productive. Take a pre-dinner walk, go to the park, try skating or sledding. Any extra activity helps. Try incorporating 10-minutes worth of cardio into a daily routine.
5.Remember to have fun. Balance and variety apply to holiday celebrations as well as to most things in life. Don't set unrealistic goals and just enjoy time with family and friends. Life is meant to be enjoyed, and counting calories is not fun.
Maintaining a Healthy Holiday Lifestyle
The bottom line try to maintain a healthy lifestyle in and out of the holiday season. The best way to survive the feasting season is to remember that are about family and friends -- not food.
And, if all else fails, keep this very simple rule of thumb in mind to combat overeating at a party: Don't arrive at any celebration on an empty stomach. It's perfectly acceptable to have a small meal or snack beforehand.
Reuben Bites Favorites
PointsPlus™ Value: 2
Servings: 24
Preparation Time: 15 min
Cooking Time: 15 min
Level of Difficulty: Easy
These mini, open-faced Reuben sandwiches are piled high with corned beef, Swiss cheese and sauerkraut. They're great party appetizers.
Details Read all reviews (4) Ingredients
2 spray(s) cooking spray, or enough to coat bread
6 slice(s) rye bread, cut into 4 pieces each, or 24 mini party breads
1/4 cup(s) diet thousand island salad dressing, 10 calories per tsp
8 oz low-fat hard cheese, Swiss, cut into 24 pieces
1/4 pound(s) cooked corned beef brisket, cut into 24 pieces
1 cup(s) sauerkraut, drained
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350ºF. Coat a baking sheet with cooking spray. Place rye bread on baking sheet; coat with cooking spray.
Spread 1/2 teaspoon of salad dressing on each piece of bread; top with 1 piece each of cheese and beef, and 2 teaspoons of sauerkraut.
Place in oven and bake for 15 minutes; serve immediately. Yields 1 per serving.
The bottom line try to maintain a healthy lifestyle in and out of the holiday season. The best way to survive the feasting season is to remember that are about family and friends -- not food.
And, if all else fails, keep this very simple rule of thumb in mind to combat overeating at a party: Don't arrive at any celebration on an empty stomach. It's perfectly acceptable to have a small meal or snack beforehand.
Reuben Bites Favorites
PointsPlus™ Value: 2
Servings: 24
Preparation Time: 15 min
Cooking Time: 15 min
Level of Difficulty: Easy
These mini, open-faced Reuben sandwiches are piled high with corned beef, Swiss cheese and sauerkraut. They're great party appetizers.
Details Read all reviews (4) Ingredients
2 spray(s) cooking spray, or enough to coat bread
6 slice(s) rye bread, cut into 4 pieces each, or 24 mini party breads
1/4 cup(s) diet thousand island salad dressing, 10 calories per tsp
8 oz low-fat hard cheese, Swiss, cut into 24 pieces
1/4 pound(s) cooked corned beef brisket, cut into 24 pieces
1 cup(s) sauerkraut, drained
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350ºF. Coat a baking sheet with cooking spray. Place rye bread on baking sheet; coat with cooking spray.
Spread 1/2 teaspoon of salad dressing on each piece of bread; top with 1 piece each of cheese and beef, and 2 teaspoons of sauerkraut.
Place in oven and bake for 15 minutes; serve immediately. Yields 1 per serving.
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