The holiday season has arrived for many of our companions… and with it, the start of the “season of eating.”
For many people, gaining weight has become a sort of time-honored “habit.” Some could say that it’s only natural: “After all, it’s the holidays!”
I’m looking forward to the holidays now. And I’m certain you do, too. Who wouldn’t want to indulge in all of the delicious treats and snacks that seem to appear all over the place during the holiday season?
But don’t you hate it when you return to the scales after the holidays and discover you’ve gained weight?
Don’t worry; I’ll show you how to enjoy the holidays and eat all of your favourite holiday treats without gaining weight.
For the Holiday Season, here are 7 Simple Weight Loss Feasting Tips…
You are allowed to eat whatever you want throughout the holidays. Whether it’s Halloween, Christmas, or New Year’s Eve, it’s all the same. Yes, you have complete freedom of choice in terms of what you eat. Isn’t it great to know you don’t have to give up all of your old favourites?
We have a natural need for more of something we can’t have. The more you attempt to keep yourself from eating something, the more you want to eat it. And if you give in to the temptation, you’ll almost certainly overeat. The following is how it works: It’s hardly a case of “all or nothing.” You are free to eat whatever you want, as long as you do not overindulge.
2. Be clear of your goals.
You must have a reason for wanting to lose weight. If you don’t already have one, now is the time to sit down and brainstorm as many as possible. If you want to enjoy your holidays while staying on track with your weight, this is a must-do. Your “Why” should be self-evident to you.
What drives you to shed pounds? How would you feel if you put on weight? What if you could make it through the holidays while maintaining your current weight? Think about these questions and make a list of “reasons why.” Keep these reasons in mind the next time you’re tempted to overeat, and you’ll be able to resist enticement.
3. Have a little of everything.
Remember how I stated that it wasn’t a “all or nothing” situation? Trying a little bit of everything is the secret to enjoying all of the delicious cuisine without feeling bad. Just keep in mind that serving amounts should be kept to a minimum. You’re free to eat whatever you want, but it doesn’t mean you should eat extra-large portions of everything with extra-generous gravy toppings, okay?
4. Be careful of the little nibbles.
It’s not usually because of a big party or a binge-eating spree that you gain weight. On the contrary, it’s the little candy and chocolate bar you grab to snack on every time you open the fridge or pass by the office candy dish. Small snacks in between meals can (and will!) add up to a large amount of calories. This sneaky little problem has caught many ladies off guard. And now that you’re aware of this, catching yourself in the act will be much easier the next time it happens!
5. Be smart.
They’re making an effort, but don’t be fooled by the shop’s attractive packaging and labelling. Have you noticed how many labels now include phrases like “fewer calories,” “low fat,” “reduced sugar,” “low carb,” and so on?
All of these things are true, but that does not mean you should eat more or in larger portions. “Fewer/lower/less” is not synonymous with “Zero/None/Without.” Furthermore, when something has less of one item, it frequently has more of the other, such as less carbs but more calories.
6. Use the healthier versions.
Many of the sweets and treats are available in a range of healthier variants. As a result, wherever possible, opt for low-calorie, low-sugar, or low-fat products.
If you must eat chocolate, go for dark chocolate instead than milk chocolate. Dark chocolate is the best choice since it includes antioxidants that protect the body from damaging oxidative stress. So it turns out that consuming a moderate amount of dark chocolate is actually good for you!
7. Choose the right chocolate.
And if you must have chocolate, please go for dark chocolate and avoid the milk chocolate. Dark chocolate is by far the greatest option, as it contains antioxidants that can protect the body from harmful oxidative stress. So, it turns out that eating a moderate amount of dark chocolate is actually beneficial to your health!
