Enjoy treats and holiday foods.
Obsessing over what you should and shouldn’t eat during the festive season only adds to the mental burden and creates more stress. Unnecessary restriction only leads to obsessing and craving.
Enjoy treats with friend and colleagues, laugh, share and connect, this is healthy. We now know more than ever the importance of human connection and community. It’s often foods, drinks and celebration that bring us together.
Be prepared and keep active.
Take a moment to prepare healthy, well rounded meals with lots of vegetables, whether its a dish you’re bringing to a social event, or a healthy lunch or snack for yourself. When you’re in the drivers seat its much easier to maintain a balance diet in order to support your energy levels throughout the day.
Keep up with movement, whether it’s gentle walk after dinner or a restorative yoga or pilates class. Tune in to what you have energy for and what makes you feel good. Try to avoid skipping meals, especially breakfast as this can often lead to cravings, making it much harder to control your appetite later in the day.