Holiday Health Tips

You can minimize your calories, and still enjoy holiday treats by planning ahead.
If you know you are going to a holiday party, don’t “save” calories as this will only lead to hunger and overeating. Instead, add exercise to your day and “earn” a few extra calories to consume without overeating.
Stay away from the starchy foods and go for the fruits and veggies to pack some low-calorie nutrition into your holiday fun.
Don’t forget that alcohol and sodas have calories too. Choose lower calorie mixers and drinks to keep from packing on extra pounds. Remember, it takes only 3.500 calories in a day to gain one pound! 1 cube cheese = 100 calories, 7 crackers = 100 calories, 8 tortilla chips = 100 calories, ½ glass of soda = 75 calories, 2 tablespoons of dip = 50 calories, (1) 2” sq. brownie = 125 calories, a handful of nuts = 150 calories, a handful of chips = 100 calories, and fruity alcoholic drinks may contain as many as 350 calories per drink.

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