HOW TO EAT DURING THE HOLIDAYS WITHOUT SACRIFICING YOUR FAVORITE FOODS OR YOUR WAISTLINE
DON’T GO HUNGRY
Have you ever stood on a scale at the end of the holiday season and wondered how the extra pounds crept on? It’s no secret that a sugar cookie here, a slice of pie there, and a few glasses of eggnog in between can lead to a few pounds gained. When you’re surrounded by Christmas goodies, how can you resist? Luckily, there are a few ways you can protect your waistline this holiday season without completely cutting out your favorite treats.
To ensure that you don’t overeat at a party or buy junk food that you don’t need when shopping, eat a healthy snack before going out. Before you head out to a party, eat a snack chock-full of complex carbohydrates, proteins, and unsaturated fats. Apple slices with peanut butter work, as well as lean meats and cheeses. If you’re headed to the grocery store, eating a filling snack before you go will make you less likely to impulsively scoop up those sugary cookies and pastries in the bakery.
BE CHOOSY
When you see a regular buffet of your favorite holiday treats, don’t immediately start scarfing down everything that looks remotely tasty and sweet. First, scope out the food — without a plate — so you won’t be tempted to start eating without really looking. Then, find the treats that are your absolute favorites and choose one or two of them to eat. You don’t have to give up sweets during the holidays; instead, eat with discretion.
DRINK RESPONSIBLY (AND JUDICIOUSLY)
If you drink alcohol, keep in mind that each drink will probably be somewhere between 150–225 calories. A glass of eggnog can have as many as 500 calories. Alcohol decreases your self-control when you’re eating, while also increasing your appetite. Make sure that if you’re drinking, you’re not doing so on an empty stomach. And to decrease the number
of high-calorie drinks that you consume, drink a glass of water in between alcoholic beverages. The holidays are a minefield for any healthy diet. But with the right tools, you can ensure that by Jan. 2, your waistline won’t be worse for wear.
THE MRS. CLAUS MAKEOVER
GIVE YOURSELF THE GIFT OF FEELING YOUR BEST
When Christmastime rolls around, Santa Claus gets all the attention. But where would he be without his leading lady to hold down the fort on Christmas Eve and help wrangle the elves all year long? All that behind-the-scenes work has Mrs. Claus feeling and looking a little worn around the edges — she deserves the gift of a makeover! The weather up at the North Pole can be rugged and harsh. With wind burns and sun exposure reflecting off all that snow, Mrs. Claus needs some good skin care maintenance. A few BBL Hero Sciton Laser treatments can go a long way in addressing pigmentation and discoloration. Along with the Hero treatment, a Sciton Halo treatment would
really help with the natural signs of aging that she’s inevitably experienced over all these years keeping the elves in line.
But Mrs. Claus isn’t all business all the time. She is married to a very jolly man, after all. As much as she likes to laugh, she doesn’t enjoy the laugh lines that have formed around her eyes and mouth. That’s why a series of neurotoxin smoothers and injectable plumpers and fillers are a great option for making her look years younger. Plumping up her lips to make them more kissable for Santa when he gets back after delivering presents is a nice perk, too. Although everyone thinks Santa Claus is the one eating all the cookies, Mrs. Claus likes to indulge in chocolate chip and gingerbread treats, too. Especially during the holiday season, extra snacking can lead to unwanted weight gain. A little bit of liposuction around the stomach, hips, thighs, and arms can go a long way in giving her the energy she needs to do more during her busy days. Liposuction can also be the perfect bow on top of a tummy tuck, lift, augmentation , or surgical tightening of the skin. If you’re like Mrs. Claus and feel that making a few improvements would be a great gift for both yourself and the Santa Claus in your life, give our office a call so we can discuss your options.
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