Tip 2 – Between gatherings, give your body some well-earned nutrition.

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If you have several Christmas parties and get-togethers to attend, follow the 10 tips on that day, and between events give your body some well-earned nutrition in the form of fresh juices, fruit and veggies and cutting right back on the high calorie foods/drinks.

Often we throw caution to the wind in December and give ourselves permission to take up all invitations and also to eat anything that comes our way in between. Everywhere you go, people are offering you chocolates or mince pies. Often there are chocolates on the counter in shops, or around the workplace. When you drop off presents to friends and family and are offered mince pies. Or, you do your shopping and stop for an extra-large cappuccino with lashings of cream on top, because you deserve it.

But, do you really deserve an extra-large waist as a reward for all the stress leading up to Christmas? Do you deserve an extra layer of ‘muffin top’ as a reminder of getting together with friends and family?

I think you deserve more than that. Of course you can accept any invitations to meet up and have fun with those you care about most. However, remember the fuel your body needs during this time is pretty similar to the rest of the year. So instead of thinking you’ll leave it all to chance and worry about it after Christmas, begin by thinking ‘How can I be kind to myself’?

On days when you are socialising, really enjoy the food you choose to eat, savour each mouthful, and stop when you are satisfied. On days in between, choose lighter/healthier options and snack on plenty of fresh fruit and drink lots of water.

When you are socialising later in the day/evening, try to limit your food during the day to healthier options.

And finally, Practice, practice, practice: saying ‘No thanks, I’m not hungry right now’. Say this to yourself often, and it will be so natural to say it when really needed.

Wishing you a peaceful festive season,

Until next time,
Linda