The majority of people find themselves carrying additional fat
once the holidays are over. Worst of all, most of them never lose
this extra weight. Over the years, few pounds gained over the
holidays here and there add up to 10, 20, 30 pounds of excess
fat! To avoid falling into the holiday fat trap, follow these
simple tips:...
1. Don't deprive yourself. Munching on a green salad while everyone
is feasting on turkey and stuffing is just
not worth it. You will end up miserable, and chances are you'll
binge at home or on the next party. Depriving
yourself once is likely to cause you to eat everything in sight
the next day to "compensate" for your suffering.
2. Don't stuff yourself. You are not a turkey, after all! :-)
Remember, this is not the last time in your life that
you can eat.
3. Eat a small meal several hours before the party. This will
prevent you from being too hungry when faced with abundant menu.
When you are not starving, you can think with your brain, and
not with your stomach.
4. Eat slowly. It takes our body about 20 minutes to realize
that we are full. Also, the slower you eat, the
less food you'll eat as opposed to eating fast in the same amount
of time.
5. Be aware of what you are eating. It's easy to get carried
away in conversation, and eat way too much before you know it.
Don't automatically go for more helpings while you are talking
to someone.
