If there has ever been a time to have a "cheat day" I must admit Thanksgiving may be it. The wide assortments of all of your favorite foods in one sitting are what dreams are made of.
However, we can still enjoy the delicacies and not lose focus of our goal. Here are some quick tips to keep the fat off:
1) Do NOT save your calories. If you skip breakfast and lunch in preparation for dinner on Thanksgiving, you’re going to overeat. Continue your regular routine of having a healthy breakfast, lunch and even your afternoon snack.
2) Drink 1-2 cups of warm or room temperature water prior to the big meal. This will help curb your appetite and will aid in the feeling of satiety.
3) Eat slowly. Research has shown that eating slowly, putting your fork down between bites, and tasting each mouthful is one of the easiest ways to enjoy your meal and feel satisfied with one plate full of food.
4) Before you dig into your mother's homemade macaroni and cheese, opt for the turkey, chicken, lean meats and collard greens. The best meal to consume 3 hours before bed should consist of protein and vegetables only. Eating carbs late at night have been proven to add inches around the midsection.
5) After having your meal, just don't sit there. Go for a walk, play a game of family flag football, or even go to the Black Friday midnight store sales. Be active!
6) Finally, yet most importantly portion control. Eating half, a third, or even a quarter less then you did last Thanksgiving will make a difference. Before you fill your plate, survey the buffet table and decide what you're going to choose. Then select reasonable-sized portions of foods you cannot live without.
Have a safe and healthy Thanksgiving!
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