It's the last week most of us are attending Holiday Parties (myself included). How does one survive the many parties of the season? All the food, cocktails and treats make it difficult to not weigh an additional 10 pounds come New Years and make diet and exercise a mandatory New Year's Resolution.
I decided to do some digging and came across some tips by the Examiner to enjoy the parties of the season and not pay for it later.
5 Tips to Survive Holiday Parties
Enjoy!
Love the post! I see one of my biggest holiday calorie blunders in your photo!!! Here are some of my helpful hints from some one who is spending the holidays {and the rest of the year} attempting to lose weight.
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2. The small snack idea before a party is great, but I find it doesn't work for me {or most people I know} especially since before parties I am usually rushing to get ready & rarely leave on time. I drink instead! Bolthouse green or blue goodness fruit smoothies are quick & healthy + you feel fuller if you drink them quicky. But if I don't have a Bolthouse I will drink a full glass or two of water or skim milk quickly before eating anything.
3. I also try to always balance carbs w/ fiber or protien - it just does less damage & you feel more satisfied.
4. Another good strategy is that I utilize my Husband more gentleman qualities - I have him plate food for us to share {buffet or pot-luck arrangements} that way I don't see/want everything & he knows what I love/like - so I don't feel deprived in the least & I rarely over indulge with this method.
5. My last portion control idea for buffets/pot-lucks or with deserts is to use a plastic/paper cup instead of a plate. It is instant good portion control and it is easier to stand to eat w/o spilling!
Thanks Nicole, those are some awesome tips. I'll have to try them out before the party I'm going to Wednesday!
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