It is December holiday and Christmas mood is already with us. I can tell by the number of parties that I still have pending even before 25th and 26th. I must say thankyou for being an avid reader and am amazed that I can be of help to you!
So this post will definately tackle the subject of weight gain after this holiday where everyone gets worried that they have gained 20kgs by January. Wait a second, Did you know that as much as you indulge in December you might not gain as much weight as you feel you have in January?
Take your weight before you go indulging and do the same in January. If you calculate your BMI it might just be the same! Maybe you did not add up 10kgs as you thought! Ideally normal weight gain when relaxed ranges from only 0.5 to 1kg in a week. So lets say you vacated for 4 weeks you only gain 2kgs and not ten.
Truth be told though, after any holiday you always feel heavy and a need to cleanse your system. It is difficult not to indulge so please indulge responsibly!
However, here are some tips on how you can be able to indulge responsibly while avoiding harm to your body.:
Waking up at odd hours is definitely a norm during the holiday. If you wake up late, push your meals as per your schedule. But make sure you have them all i.e Breakfast,lunch and supper
Eat Some Melon
Watermelon, and other fruits like cantaloupe, and honeydew are high-liquid fruits, which can help flush out toxins and relieve water retention and bloat. Smart! Have a cup of chopped fruit in the morning, or make a quick smoothie with vanilla yogurt or lime juice. this way when you go to that party you will still be feeling abit full and will not overdo that nyam chom!
Make Simple Food Swaps
Using spices in place of fat in many dishes can boost flavor and combat that inflated-waistline feeling. "Cinnamon and ginger are digestive aids and commonly used in home remedies to help with gassiness and bloating.
Go Bananas for Potassium
You know you have to cut back on salt to de-bloat, but did you also know you should stock up on foods that are high in potassium? It can help your flatten your stomach by flushing out excess sodium in your system. Try potassium-rich bananas, raisins, milk, and yogurt.
Let your eyes feast first. Before eating, see what is being served. If there are raw vegetables or plain seafood, start with those, to take the edge off your appetite.
Stand far away from the buffet table. Once you’ve chosen food, take your plate into another room and enjoy calorie-free talk with friends. Make one trip to the buffet, and be selective.
Chew gum. When you don't want to eat, pop a piece of sugarless gum into your mouth. This works well when you're cooking or when you're trying not to dive into the buffet.
Remember weight gain in the body is gradual and does not just occur over night therefore, when you include fun and games in that party you will be amazed how well your body does not gain extra calories!
I know we shall have a great time sharing our holiday food habits in January! You have a question just post it here!
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
