7 Tips to a Healthy Holidays

If your anything like millions of Americans, you are dreading the array of decodent temptations lerking around every corner this time of year. And if you have been trying to keep an eye on your figure lately this might have you in a bit of a tizzy. But never fear, here are 7 healthy alternative strategies you can deploy against this calories filled season.

1. Everything in Moderation: We have all heard this saying time and time again but when it comes to your holiday temptations it is key. If you feel like you are depriving yourself of the foods you love you will be more likely to binge later on during the holiday season. Give yourself a treat but be mindful of how much of the treat you are consuming.
   
2. Portion Control: This goes hand and hand with tip #1. Eat small portions of the food that you want to indulge in. Eat these small portions through out the day instead of binging all at once.
   
3. Load up your plate with VEGGIES! As it is most people do not eat enough fresh vegetables as it is. Do not make this mistakes when you are making your rounds this holiday season. It will give you the satisfaction of being full with out the guilt of high calorie and or fat intake!
4. Be Proactive: If you know you are going to events where there will be a lot of temptations, make sure that you have been making healthy decisions before hand be strict on your diet in the weeks before the events that way you wont be so worried about indulging at these events.
5. Bring Your Own Dish: This is key for people who have more strict dietary habits like myself. Bring your own healthy alternatives to the decedent dishes that will be served at the event. This is also a great way to share your nutritious and delicious lifestyle with others around you while making sure there is something healthy for you to eat!
6. Watch Your Alcohol Intake: Like i said everything in moderation and all though we may enjoy the buzz of a nice cocktail, they are FILLED with empty calories and will spike your calorie intake if you are not careful.
7. Stay Active: These are the most important times to get into or keep on your work out regimen. Especially before you indulge in these foods. Working out before you eat will help you to burn off the food by raising your metabolism.

If you follow these 7 simple tips you will be sure to have a happy and healthy holiday season!