Stress-Free Holidays - December 2017 Topic
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5 Ways You Can Avoid Emotional Eating During the Holidays
- Find a stress-reducing activity
- Engage your brain
- Eat healthy food and stay on schedule
- Enjoy comfort foods in moderation
- If you slip, get back on track
Deck the Halls!
Check out the video below and try these healthy eating and recipe tips - (taken from the American Heart Association)
- Enjoy in moderation - make healthy decision when you can and have your portions be small instead of eliminating them all together
- Include lots of seasonal, colorful fruits and vegetables- Do you decorate your house with lots of color over the holidays? Treat your food the same way with fruits and veggies of all colors to increase the nutrient value
- Slash unwanted calories with easy swaps and substitutions- Learn where excess calories, sodium, saturated fat and added sugars are hiding in traditional holiday foods and beverages, and some easy swaps to avoid them
- Sprinkle in opportunities to be active - stay active and schedule in a quick walk or workout before you head to the next party