Its but natural that one tends to over eat while relaxing and that takes place invariably during holidaying. But Do you know that eating just an extra biscuit every day during the holiday season could cause you to gain a kilo or more? That may not sound like much, but 10 years from now you would be weighing approx 5 to 7 kgs more than you do right now. Many people gain 2 to 3 kgs this time of the year because of the temptation of delicious treats and extravagant dinners. The holiday season is a time filled with parties, family gatherings and lots of food, but with a little help, you can keep to eating right and not more during holidays. Eating a healthy & nutritious diet makes you feel better and more energetic to enjoy your holidays without that guilt of overeating and weight gain. Here are the Top 10 tips to avoid overeating and putting on weight during holidays.
5. Pace Yourself
When friends and family gather at a meal, the food is usually piled high on most everyone’s plate. You wolf down the first plate and pick out more of your favorites to gobble down as second helpings. Slow down. It takes a few minutes for your brain to realize your stomach is getting full, and you can eat a lot of extra food in those few minutes. You don’t need a giant mound of food, so place small portions on your plate. Set your fork down between bites and sip some water. Relax and enjoy the flavor of each mouthful. Chew each bite thoroughly before you swallow.
