Thanksgiving comes once a year, so why not splurge? Here’s why: for many of us the weight we gain becomes permanent. AMA Health Providers Weight Loss Clinic can help, starting with these healthy holiday eating tips.
1. Have a Plan: Eat normally on Thanksgiving day: skipping meals leads to overeating. Then, have a small snack before the party so it’s easier to eat less at dinner.
2. Outsmart the Buffet: Put lots of vegetables, and small portions of your favorite seasonal foods, on your plate. Sit away from the buffet and start eating the veggies slowly, so your brain has time to register fullness.
3. Fit in Favorites: No foods are “naughty.” Choose dishes you love and can’t get any other time.
4. Keep Moving: Activity is your secret weapon: it burns calories and reduces stress. Make scheduling easier by breaking exercise up into smaller chunks, like walking 10 minutes several times a day.
5. Don’t Skip Zzz’s: Going out more and staying out later can result in less sleep, which is associated with increased food intake and weight gain risk. Stick to your usual sleep cycle as much as possible.
The holiday season is for celebrating and connecting with people you care about. Just stay focused on the fun and the family, not the food!
AMA Health Providers Weight Loss Clinic can support your weight loss goals. Call today for an appointment with Dr. Betancourt in Bradenton at 941.748.3065 and Dr. Lubrano in Arcadia at 863.993.2966, Sarasota at 941.359.3337 or Venice at 941.559.0262. Learn more at amahealthproviders.com.