Healthy Holidays: Things to do for a healthier you!
Posted December 12 2022, By Justin Lim & Tarina
Holidays are coming up and some of us will be traveling to different destinations and enjoying different types of food. Here are some key reminders to help you to focus on overall wellness during this holiday season.
Let’s take a look,
Enjoy foods that you love, guilt-free with loved ones!
One of the worst ways to enjoy a meal with family and friends is to guilt yourself over a big feast and feel bad about enjoying it.
A day or two of enjoying your meals has been proven to not lead to much weight gain. In fact, a study that overfed participants by 1000kcal daily for a week above maintenance calories only showed modest weight (0.9kg) and fat gain instead (0.6) [1,2].
Thus your progress will not be affected by overeating a meal or two with your loved ones! [1,2]
Do not be held back by food on special occasions
The most important thing for your health is what you do consistently on a week-to-week or day-to-day basis which involves being adequately nourished, managing stress, sleeping well, and enjoying movements.
Take this opportunity to enjoy and try out foods that you’ve never tried before. Why not explore something you might love and enjoy?
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A gift for your health this holiday season
While you continue to enjoy indulging in foods and desserts to your heart's content, it is equally essential to keep a check on your health vitals and monitor your health to identify
which areas of your wellness need to be prioritised.
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Some practical tips to enjoy holidays the best way!
If you are someone that finds it easy to eat beyond satiety, select water over sugary drinks and select smaller plates.
Zero-sugar food/dessert options are also a great choice!
Why not go for a walk to the park outside with family or friends or volunteer to walk the dog if you are visiting someone with pets?
Consider incorporating video games that involve physical movements like Wii or Xbox 360 if available.
If you opt for meal catering services, consider under-catering to reduce food waste and save money, your wallet will also thank you!
Avoid any food that you are allergic to any foods that you might be intolerant to or know will make you feel uncomfortable.
References:
Ott B, Skurk T, Lagkouvardos L, et al. Short-Term Overfeeding with Dairy Cream Does Not Modify Gut Permeability, the Fecal Microbiota, or Glucose Metabolism in Young Healthy Men. J Nutr. 2018;148(1):77-85. doi:10.1093/jn/nxx020
Leaf A, Antonio J. The Effects of Overfeeding on Body Composition: The Role of Macronutrient Composition - A Narrative Review. Int J Exerc Sci. 2017;10(8):1275-1296. Published 2017 Dec 1.
