Thanksgiving is a time of year in which overeating is common. By setting yourself up for success with some pre-planning and a commitment to staying on course I am confident you will do well. The good news is it's not as hard as you think to have a guilt free and pleasurable Thanksgiving meal.
Remember...Thanksgiving is only one meal. One meal won't derail your weight loss goals. What will derail them is using one holiday as an excuse to indulge until 2010.
Here are some tips to help you through Thanksgiving dinner without sacrificing your weight loss goals.
1. Plan Ahead/visualize: Think about what you're going to eat before the big day. What will be on your plate? What will leave you feeling the most satisfied?
2. Wear Snug Pants: By wearing pants that fit a little snug you will be less likely to over indulge.
3. Drink Lots of H20: Water helps control your appetite by making you feel full.
4. Eat Before the Party Starts: Don't go to dinner starving. Eat a low calorie healthy mini meal before going to the big party.
5. Scan the Food Line Up: Before diving head first into the buffet line; give the line up of food a look over. Ask yourself which ones will make a satisfying and healthy dinner and support your goals. What indulgences will you allow yourself?
6. Eat Slowly: It takes 20 minutes for your brain to register that you are full. Give your mind a chance to catch up with your body.
7. Use a Smaller Plate: Fill your plate with small portions of your holiday favorites.
8. Stop When You are Full: Although it sounds easy it is probably when of the harder things to do at Thanksgiving. Push your plate away when you are satisfied and remember to stay focused on your goal.
9. Get Active: Take a walk with a loved one after dinner instead of plopping in front of the television.
I hope you find these tips helpful and may you and your family have a blessed, safe & yummy Thanksgiving together.
Jennifer Rundall
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