As Halloween quickly approaches, we all start to think about the rest of the upcoming holidays. . . the presents, time with family, wonderful food, and weight gain. But, with a few simple pointers, beastly weight gain can be a thing of the past!
1) Remember to moderate candy and sweets! I know they taste good, but consuming more than just a couple at a time can be bad for your health. If you are a chocoholic, stick to dark chocolate. It is higher in antioxidants and lower in fat. If you love cakes and pies, pumpkin pie is one of the better choices. It is still high in sugar (it's a pie of course!!), but pumpkin is high in vitamins A and C and lower in calories.
2) Don't overeat! Easier said than done, right? Just keep in mind that it's healthier to eat normally prior to going to huge holiday dinners. You will be less likely to over-consume, than if you had not eaten anything prior to going. As an added tip, snack! Rather than eating all of the food all at once, eat a small portion and wait a bit before eating another small portion.
3) Lastly, exercise! The holidays can be busy, but try to fit in at least a 30 min exercise session 3 times a week. Cardio (running, eliptical, cycling, swimming) is going to be better during this time of year because it burns the most fat in a short amount of time. Not to mention, cardio lowers blood pressure and cholesterol too.
Good luck! Have a Happy Halloween and Happy Holidays shortly after!
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