What is it about the holiday season that makes people’s health take a back seat? They overeat, over drink and then complain that they have gained weight. Can’t the holidays simply be time spent with co-workers, friends and family celebrating and being thankful for what we have and what lies ahead? You can be social, go to parties, dine out, travel (farmlanddairies.com/fdblog/eating-healthy-on-vacation/) and still eat healthy without gaining an ounce. What you need to realize though, is that in order to do this successfully, you need to be prepared.
How to do it:
- Keep to a regular eating routine. Don’t skip any meals, even if a big event lies ahead at the end of the day. Saving calories for later is basically saying you will overeat later.
- Start your day with breakfast. For example, a bowl of high-fiber cereal with a glass of Skim Plus® Milk and berries can help set the tone for a healthy day.
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