18/12/2021
Let's face it. We are in a food dominant month. Treats, baked foods, big dinners, parties, and celebrations are at an all time high.
The holidays are here and with Christmas being 7 days away here are some tips to "win" the holidays and keep your weight in balance:
1️⃣ Non-exercise thermogenesis (NEAT) makes up 63% of our day (if you sleep 8 hrs). Increasing NEAT will help with fat loss, improve overall health, and enhance your mood this can be anything from doing the dishes, parking farther away or going tobogganing (really anything to keep your body moving)
2️⃣ Poor meal choices are often made from poor planning and when we're running low on energy. During these times we usually reach for high palatable foods which are high in salt, sugar and fat which taste good in the moment but aren't so great in the long run.
3️⃣ This one is HUGE especially with the amount of celebrations going on this time of year. Don't go for a heaping plate of food, eat slowly and mindfully, think twice before taking a second serving or multiple desserts
4️⃣ Even if you are going to parties and get togethers, half of your plate should be veggies. Vegetables are full of fiber and will keep you full and satiated and also have vitamins that your body needs to feel good and give you energy.
5️⃣ For an average adult it is recommended to have 8 cups of water daily. Bring a water bottle with you while doing errands and choose your drinks wisely! You'd be surprised about how many calories and sugar you are consuming with 1 drink.
