10 tips to keep your diet healthy during the holidays
The holidays are approaching, with the prospect of sharing many gourmet moments in the company of his entourage. Friendly and hearty meals, alcoholic beverages, sweets and chocolates ... The end of year festivities bring their share of temptations at once delicious for the taste buds, and risky for the line! To prevent the holidays of end of year do not rhyme with weight gain, here are some very simple tricks to put in place!
A healthy and natural appetite suppressant before the meal
If you are one of those who are "trapped" by arriving on an empty stomach at a festive meal, take the lead! To anticipate healthily and avoid swallowing excessive amounts of food as early as an aperitif, do not hesitate to consume a small plate of vegetables or a bowl of soup before going to the meal . The goal is not to be completely satiated, but especially to be stalled. Ideal to consider the meal in a more reasonable way.
A reasonable aperitif
We are a New Year's Eve, it is 8 pm and it is the "beginning of hostilities": the inevitable aperitif! To avoid excess, stay in control by drinking alcohol, biscuits and other canapés in moderation. No need to rush on the proposed appetizers! The salty buffet of the appetizer often gives thirst and alcohol opens the appetite ... A vicious circle that can lead you to excesses from the start. If you drink too much, you can also abuse toasts and verrines without even noticing: not great for the line! Drink reasonably, prefer a light appetizer to be aware of what you drink. Keep in mind that following this hearty meal will be exceptional. It would be a shame not to appreciate the value of all the dishes on offer!
The bread yes, but in moderation
Avoid it at the table and prefer the dishes offered, even if you only eat a small amount. As much as possible, leave the bread aside (even if you wait if the service is a bit long!) It is not essential to rush on toasts of buttered rye bread to enjoy your oysters. Keep it as an excuse to taste the foie gras and not the opposite ! Most refined dishes prepared for a New Year's Eve are appreciated as they are. They eat with little bread or not at all: it's better for the line!
Be clever at the moment of dessert
After such a treat, no question of ignoring it. Know how to taste it in small quantities to avoid a firework of calories at the end of the meal . A small piece of log should be enough to satisfy the greediest ... Small advice to the attention of the sweet beaks: choose the lightest dessert possible, remember that an ice log will always be less caloric than a pastry log with butter cream!
At the table, take your time and eat len-te-ment
As the saying goes "chi va piano, va sano". Enjoy the menu in true gourmet, with patience. It would be a shame to swallow all these exceptional dishes! So, do not rush, keep your senses awake and take the time to savor each bite while chewing well. This will help your digestion and you will feel the feeling of satiety at the right time , before being too greedy!
Listen to you!
You are the best person to know your limits, so do not hesitate to gently refuse an extra portion or glass! Indulge yourself and trust your feelings without being influenced by your family or friends : you alone know your needs and desires!
Take breaks
During the meal, enjoy breaks between dishes to get up from the table. Walk a little, join a loved one placed away from you to discuss with him. If you are invited, you can offer your help to your guests or go out on the dance floor between two plates if the context allows ... Often long and rarely formal, the end-of-year meals offer many opportunities to lift the table without being polite. Enjoy the festive atmosphere to move a little!
Enjoy alcohol ... in moderation
The festivities are synonymous with prolonged aperitifs followed by well-watered meals, from the entrance to the digestive, through the Norman hole and champagne ... While festive and friendly, the excess alcohol is especially very bad for the health and for the line ! Apply the principle of moderation to be able to enjoy the entire meal in the best conditions and also take care of your silhouette. If you drink alcohol, do it without excess!
Play sports
Do you have more free time than usual or even a few days off? Why not put them to work and play? Having a physical activity will allow you to easily burn the extra calories associated with overeating . With a healthy lifestyle, you can face the holidays in great shape and start the new year on a good foundation!
We do not skip meals during the days off
It is sometimes (wrongly) thought that fasting before / after a copious meal can compensate for past excesses and those to come ... in short, to limit the damage. It's quite the opposite ! Deflamed by forced fasting, our body tends to store fat as soon as the opportunity arises again . There is no need to unbalance your metabolism, which has already been severely tested by all these exceptional treats! On the contrary, pamper it by keeping light but regular meals during the off days.