The No Diet Holiday

Instead of depriving yourself of the holiday treats, enjoy them. Just enjoy them in moderation.

Eat slowly. Don't add a lot of water during the meal - that just slows down digestion. At Thanksgiving I took one serving spoon of all the wonderful dishes and a small piece of turkey. I left food on the plate because I was full. Just slow down and let your stomach have a chance to tell your brain - full - enough.

Don't be efficient. When you bring in the groceries, bring in one sack at a time. The more steps, the more energy used, the more fat burned.

Absolutely no eating in front of the TV or while reading a book. (In my mind, reading means opening a bag of chips or gummy bears)

Focus on the joy of the season. Focus on friends and family. Forget your failings in the past, your less than perfect body and life style.

Eat and drink to support the day, one day only, just today. Exercise enough to let your body and mind know that you are alive.

Happy holiday
Sharon