7 Tips to Survive the Holidays

7 Tips to Survive the Holidays

We all need to stay in shape or not gain weight during the holidays. Surviving the holiday season is a priority for most people. 🎄 So, here are my seven tips to help you accomplish the task and survive the holidays.🎄

✨ USE THE BUDDY SYSTEM

Decide on a plan beforehand and write it down. Find someone who can hold you accountable.

✨ EAT BEFORE THE EVENT

Consume a fueling a few minutes before. Fiber helps fill the stomach and overcome cravings. Drink some water (try flavored seltzer water).

✨ STOP. CHALLENGE. CHOOSE.

Drink your water.

Will consuming this food/drink help me achieve my goal? Choose an alternative.

✨ MODIFY YOUR RECIPES

One great way to survive the Holidays is to modify your recipient. You can make healthier versions of your favorite recipes so you don’t feel deprived.

There are numerous ways to make ingredients substitutions to make the holiday dishes healthy and delicious.

✨ OFFER TO BRING A DISH TO SHARE

Sharing a dish during the holidays can be a great help. So, make an On Plan Holiday dish to share.

There are so many ready-made healthy treats that are packaged just right to make an impression on your loved ones.

✨ ENCOURAGE NON-FOOD ACTIVITIES

Some of your family and friends might enjoy getting together for the holidays without having to worry about avoiding food. Just try to survive the holidays in ways other than consuming food.

  • Make events about memories, not food.
  • Go walking, or hiking, or do other fun activities.

✨ SEND LEFTOVERS HOME WITH OTHERS

If you want to survive the Holidays, send the leftovers home with your guests. Out of sight is out of mind, and your guests will thank you!

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We hope our list of the seven Tips to Survive the Holidays was helpful. Enjoy your celebration and have a wonderful time.

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