During the holidays there is an increase consumption of food and alcohol. For most adults, eating too much during the holidays is the cause for increase weight gain. It is important to maintain a balanced weight because a little weight gain can have a big affect on your overall health. Factors that are involved in weight gain during the holidays include increase stress, hunger, activity and smoking habits, winter depression, number of social events to attend, longer meal times, easy access to food, more meals eaten with others, and increase portion sizes.
Here are some important reminders to help keep you health while enjoying your holiday food and drink:
Stay active: People who are more active are more likely to maintain a consistent weight
during the holidays
Limit Alcohol consumption: Alcohol a major source of calories that leads to snacking
Limit soda and other sweetened beverages: high sugar, citric acid and calories
Schedule holiday food celebrations around normal meal times— eating meals outside
the normal eating hours will lead to unbalance hunger and eating habits
Use smaller plates to prevent over eating.
Eat a healthy snack or drink a full glass of water before a holiday party—less likely
to over eat at the party.
Brush your teeth when you are finish eating—it’s important to practice good oral
hygiene and will cause you to snack less throughout the day.
Have a Safe and Happy Holiday to You and Your Family