Maintain... Don’t Gain

What does artichoke dip with crackers or vegetables, a few cookies, a glass of egg nog, a sample of potato pancakes, and a handful of candy all have in common? The obvious is that they are all foods commonly served over the holidays. Another answer - about an average of 500 calories per serving! What do you think happens if you eat 500 extra calories per day over the holiday period between Thanksgiving and Christmas?

These small extras can add up to a pound of weight gain per week! Indulge in the holidays by accepting yourself exactly the way you are and be determined to maintain that weight.

In addition to increasing your exercise, here are some tips to help prevent holiday weight gain:

  • Plan how much you are going to eat and don’t stand and graze at the food buffet.
  • Have generous portions of salad and vegetables.
  • Don’t go to parties starving.  
  • Choose lower fat foods such as shrimp and cocktail sauce over fried chicken wings and egg rolls.
  • Drink lots of water and other calorie-free beverages.

"Enough is as good as a feast."   English Proverb