NutrientChef

Here are ten tips for healthy eating that will help you beat the holiday bulge! You can download these tips plus several delicious and healthful recipes by clicking here: NutrientChef Healthy Holidays 2010.

1.      Eat slowly and savor food, take note of how much you are eating.

2.     Continue with your exercise routine-schedule time if your days are hectic!

3.    Never go to a party hungry- eat a balanced snack before you leave the house so you can make thoughtful decisions.

4.    Choose healthier snacks at social gatherings- vegetables, hummus, whole-grain crackers, small amounts of cheese, fruit…Offer to bring a healthy option!

5.    Watch liquid calories!  Alcoholic beverages, juice, punch, and eggnog are calorie dense!  Try a fruit juice “spritzer” made with seltzer water.

6.    Fill half of your plate with veggies!  Offer a festive salad before the meal.

7.    Stick to your normal eating plan of meals and snacks.  Do not skip meals because you will end up consuming more calories later on!

8.    Choose one dessert at a gathering and enjoy in moderation.

9.    Focus gatherings around non-food activities.  Try a game of flag football, ice skating, site-seeing, playing board games/cards…

10.  Start an active family tradition- what about a before dinner walk or short run?

Click here to download these tips, plus several healthy holiday recipes!