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December 9, 2007
Holiday Time: Ten Tips To Not Tip the Scale
1. Eat a little something before going to a holiday event, so you are not hungry
when you arrive.
2. If you are not hosting the party, volunteer to bring a healthy, tasty dish to
share.
3. Move away from the table. After eating the meal or sampling the buffet,
dispose of the plate and move across the room and away from the food.
4. Choose to eat small portions of the special foods that are served only
during the holidays. Pass on the everyday foods.
5. Beware of beverages. Choose calorie free beverages such as diet soda or
sparkling water in place of punch, cider, alcoholic beverages, or eggnog.
6. Keep healthful foods on hand. Keep the rich and sweet goodies tucked away for the special meal or party.
7. If you make holiday treats, do not let them linger on the kitchen counter.
Give them away as gifts or keep them in the cupboard so you are not
tempted to taste them every time you walk by.
8. Decorate your counter with a bowl of fruit and keep ready-to-eat veggies in the fridge.
9. Make an extra attempt at being physically active throughout the holiday.
10. Get plenty of sleep each night.
Posted by Lisa at December 9, 2007 11:12 AM
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