Best of the Best Christmas Weight Loss Tips – Part I

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Best of the Best Christmas Weight Loss Tips – Part I

Some people might say that trying to lose weight during the Christmas season is crazy, but it’s definitely not impossible if you just apply some common sense strategies.

Below you’ll find a collection of the “best of the best” Christmas weight loss tips:

Christmas Weight Loss Tip #1 – Always Eat Breakfast

If you don’t eat all day and then attend a party or dinner, you’re much more likely to overdo it on calories as you try to eat everything in sight. Instead, start each day with a healthy, low-calorie breakfast. A small bowl of oatmeal with a serving of fruit and low fat milk is a great choice, or half of a whole grain bagel with an egg and a side of fruit. Think two things for staying satisfied longer: protein and fiber.

Christmas Weight Loss Tip #2 – Fill Up On Fiber

Fiber plays a big role in helping your digestive system work efficiently, and it can also help you avoid big spikes in your blood glucose levels. When you attend Christmas dinners and parties, go for the vegetables and whole grains before eating any simple carbohydrates (sugar, white flour, potatoes). The fiber content will help reduce the impact on your blood sugar and help you control hunger better. Add some lean protein to your fiber foods and you’ve got a winning combination that can help you easily keep your eating under control.

Christmas Weight Loss Tip #3 – Water Down Alcohol

Make a commitment that you will drink one glass of water for every alcoholic drink you consume at a party. This will help you avoid drinking too much, consuming too many liquid calories, and dealing with the dehydration hangover the next day.

Christmas Weight Loss Tip #4 – No Pigging Out

Keep reminding yourself that the holidays do not come with a license to pig out and eat vast quantities of food. It’s okay to indulge in a few treats throughout the season, but make a promise to yourself that you’ll keep it within reason.

Christmas Weight Loss Tip #5 – Big Eyes, Little Stomach

Avoid creating a Mt. Everest model with the food on your plate. More often than not, your eyes are much bigger than your stomach and if you eat a plateful of rich food you’ll be unhappy about it later. Instead, take only half as much food as you think you’ll be able to eat. Or take just one small spoonful of each dish you want to try.

(Best of the Best Christmas Weight Loss Tips, Continued Next Article)