Here are some great practical ideas and healthy food choices to ensure you survive the silly season and leap into the New Year feeling fabulous...
* Avoid skipping lunch if you are going to a party in the evening, you’re more likely to eat unhealthy snacks if you go to the party hungry. Instead have a chicken and salad, wholemeal sandwich for lunch, to sustain you.
* Go for small amounts of different party foods, try a variety of foods and tastes but only have a small portion of each.
* Avoid snacking on nuts, potato chips, lollies and chocolates that seem to be everywhere at this time of the year.
* Go for a walk, run or swim - try to increase your level of physical activity between parties and entertaining, you’ll feel great and get some much needed exercise.
* Avoid standing near the food table or kitchen entrance at a party, if you have to walk over to get the food, you will eat less.
* Go for the healthy options, prawns, oysters, skinless chicken, salads, vegetables and fresh fruit are all low in fat and good for you.
* Avoid take-away food in the busy period leading up to Christmas. Cook some lean Beef, Chicken or Seafood on the BBQ and serve with a tossed salad, it's quick and easy and much better for you.
* Go for a glass of water or juice between alcoholic drinks, it will keep you hydrated and you will feel better in the morning.
* Avoid drinking alcohol at every social occasion, especially if you have a busy calendar. Have an alcohol free day occasionally; you’ll feel better for it.
* Go for an energetic game with the kids after lunch. Play backyard cricket, throw the Frisbee or go for a swim. Kids love it when all the Adults get involved in play time.
Christmas is a time to enjoy good food; good company and have a good time. Eat a selection of healthy foods between parties and increase your level of physical activity and you’ll feel fabulous throughout the festive season and into the New Year.
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