ur weight? Keep it light!
will help you lose weight. What re-
ally happens if calories are limited
for too long is that your metabo-
lism slows and your body stores fat.
You’re also more likely to overeat
later and end up gaining weight, not
losing it. e solution? Eat a small,
healthy meal before party time.
Stand away
from the bu et.
Move, mingle
and socialize with
friends, but don’t
do it next to the
food. You’ll be less
likely to nibble and
snack all night.
Keep it light.
If you’re hungry
at the party, reach for the veggie
tray (but skip the dip), fruit platter
or rye crackers. If you’re the host,
have plenty of water and low-calorie
snacks on hand.
Eat slowly.
It takes 20 minutes
for your stomach to tell your brain
that it’s had enough. “Most holiday
foods are unhealthy, but if you watch
the quantity of how much you are
eating, it could help with not pack-
ing on the extra pounds during the
holidays,” Lorenzen says.
Make a plan.
You don’t have to
avoid holiday foods altogether. But
set goals and keep a food diary. Plan
your food intake and
include the treats in
your calorie count—in
moderation, of course.
en you can balance
them out with more
fruits and vegetables
during the week.
Eat protein.
at means lean
meats, seafood, chicken, turkey,
eggs, yogurt and low-fat cheeses.
Protein will help you feel full and
control your appetite better.
Stay consistent.
You may need
to modify your normal workout
routine during the busy holidays.
Do what you can, but don’t stop.
“Exercising with a group of friends
Find out more about
healthy eating. Go to
www.hrhs.org and select
“Nutrition” on the Fact
Finder menu.
January 1. It doesn’t have to be a big
goal—maybe just getting your best
score or winning a certain game you
enjoy—but it should motivate you to
be active.
Have some family fun.
Why
not bring out the classic game of
Twister? Or a team game?
“If you enjoy the outdoors, get
your family and friends involved
and play soball, soccer or kickball,”
Lorenzen says.
Hit the slopes.
Ski for a day, a
weekend or even spend the entire
holiday week on the slopes. It’s a
great way to stay t while celebrat-
ing with family and friends.
Skate on ice.
Put on your blades
and set a goal for the number of laps
around the rink, regardless of how
fast you skate.
Keep it up.
With all that great
food around, it’s easy to indulge
yourself. Try to work out the same
day. If you can’t manage working
out the same day, plan a workout for
the next day.
Sources: www.UltraFit.com; www.tbodyfulllife.com
Ingredients
1 eight-ounce package reduced-
fat cream cheese
1 to 2 tablespoons low-fat milk
½ cup chopped dried cranberries
¼ cup chopped blanched
almonds
½ teaspoon orange zest, prefer-
ably fresh
Directions
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In medium bowl, place cheese and
allow to soften at room temperature.
Mash and work with fork until texture
is light enough to combine easily with
other ingredients.
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Gradually add milk until cheese
becomes soft and spreadable. Mix in
remaining ingredients.
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Cover and refrigerate up to 2 days
ahead or let stand at room temperature
1 hour before serving to allow avors to
blend.
Nutrition information
Makes about 1½ cups. Amount per
serving (1tablespoon): 29calories,
2g total fat (<1gsaturated fat),
3gcarbohydrates, 1g protein,
<1gdietary ber, 35mg sodium.
Source: American Institute for Cancer Research
Chunky cranberry dip
or family will help
motivate and push
you through dur-
ing the holidays,” says
Lorenzen.
Stay positive.
If you
do have a bad day, don’t
stress over it. Just get back on track
the next day.
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