It's that special time of year where families, jobs and a whole array of different organizations have there holiday parties. Some of the favorite dishes include but are not limited to meat, cheese and cracker trays, fudge, pies, cookies, casseroles, honey glazed hams, and turkey. Not all the foods are always bad; some even have the potential to be superfoods if they're prepared right. The sad truth is that many of these foods are super high in fat, sugar and carbs; the big three! So how do you go to these parties and have a good time without throwing your eating plan in the trash? Being prepared and having a strategy BEFORE you get there will help with damage control. I have a few strategies I have compiled to help get you through the holidays.
1. Eat before the party. Fill up on your powerfoods before the party. This way your not hungry and as tempted to shove fudge in your face. Just so your're not rude, make a plate of low carb and sugar high protein foods like turkey, fruit and veggies without the ranch.
2. Pack Snacks/ Take a dish- If it's a potluck and you're bringing a dish, make it a healthy one. Bring two if you'd like so that you're not just eating one thing. Snacks like veggie trays, unsalted mixed nuts, salads and fruit bowls are all healthy, they fit in, and they won't leave you feeling guilty or hungry if you have a second or third helping.
3. Just Eat it- This isn't very good "health" advice but if you do it right, there is no reason you cant enjoy some great tasting treats. You can schedule a cheat day; knowing in advance you have a party allows you to keep a clean and healthy diet all the way up until the party. The day of the party you eat clean, drinks lots of water and when you're at the party you enjoy yourself and eat what you'd like. BEWARE, this isn't permission to go overboard, set limits, eat in moderation and kow when to stop. The main thing is that your next meal is healthy and you continue to eat that way. It's okay to eat processed, chemical filled crap once in a while. Let's face it, these foods taste GOOD! They wreak havoc on your body though and the short term gratification isn't worth the long term health problems they will cause so be smart about it.
Lastly, keep in mind that it is the holidays and the point is to be social, relax, and enjoy quality time with your loved ones.
I believe that anyone and everyone can transform their life through exercise and healthy eating. I also believe that it's never too late to start. I was able to transform my own life in my mid twenties and change all of my destructive habits I spent my whole life creating. I want to share my experiences, knowledge and training so that you too, can change your life.
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