Ten Tips for Keeping Your Holiday Weight Under Control:
As winter time rolls around and the Holidays Grow near we all tend to pack on a few extra pounds. Between mom's home cookies, an extra pint of Christmas Ale, or a second helping of Ham or Turkey and we are all doomed to put on a few pounds.
Nutrition consultant Lee Ann DiBiase MS,RD brings us 10 quick little tips to to keep the holiday weight under controls.
- Look for non-food activities during the holiday season. Check the local parks, ice rinks, pools for special times.
- Switch to SMALL plates for those special dinners.
- Always start with a salad or a broth based soup at dinner.
- Do not starve yourself-be sure to eat before starting activities.
- Be prepared-pack snacks when shopping so you do not have to eat at the food court or snack bar.
- Have a plan before going to holiday parties. Pick those foods that are special and have a taste.
- Stay away from the buffet table. Use a small plate take what you want and then move away.
- Be sure to limit alcohol. For every drink have two glasses of water.
- Eat before a dinner party-have some crunchy veggies and skim milk before you go.
- Remember-if you do over-indulge tomorrow is another day. Reduce caloric intake and increase your physical activity.
Lee Ann DiBiase has a Masters in Nutritional Science from The University of Rhode Island or is currently involved in the following rolls.
- Instructor in Sports Nutrition-Akron University
- Instructor Health/Nutrition-Western Reserve Academy
- Member of Summa Sports Health Network
- Nutritional Coach for EASE@WORK program
Lee Ann can be each at 330-612-3910 or via email at ladibiaserd@yahoo.com. Her website can be found at http://www.leeanndibiasenutrition.com.
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