Healthy Eating
One of the most endearing jokes on losing weight that we grew up on comes to mind. A doctor advices his patient, saying, “You see, to lose weight, there’s a simple exercise. Simply shake your head from side to side.” “When should I do this, and how many times, doctor?” asked the patient eagerly. “Well, every time you are offered food!”
With the festive season upon us, food is a very integral part of the sharing experience – and it is indeed vital to ensure that we stay in check so that our health doesn’t take a beating. Here are a bunch of tips for you to follow this festive season, so you lose weight!
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1. Follow a diet and stick to it sincerely. For best results, start this well in advance of the festive season, so that you lapse into the routine.
2. Eat small portions – or in moderation. Everything does taste good, but keep your appetite in check. If you think you’re likely to binge, then stop for a moment and start sharing sweets – it gives maximum pleasure and also makes sure that you don’t end up eating too many.
3. Fall back on healthy options like fresh and dry fruits, and make it a point to serve people who visit you, with this rather than fat filled and processed food.
4. Take smaller portions of sweets.
5. Avoid fried food and keep your eye on roasted, steamed and sautéed food so that you don’t wind up eating inappropriately.
6. Opt for foods that have a lot of water content in them, especially because they are filling and are low in calories, fats and sugars. Some options include as chestnuts, green chana, germinated seeds, `makhana`.
7. Pick a beverage where you have the option between drinking and eating something. Coffee and tea, Thandai and natural extracts in beverage form (such as rose water, kewara water, jaljeera) are other healthy options.
8. Make healthier versions of sweets and snacks, using organic or natural ingredients.
References:
http://www.indiaparenting.com/health/325_2081/how-to-avoid-calories-during-festivals.html
