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posted by Ronald on Nov 21

If you are like many of us, keeping the weight off during the holiday season can be quite a challenge.  Here are several helpful hints to enjoy the holidays without feeling guilty in January…  

1. Instead of the good and usually big china, try a smaller plate.  Studies have shown that using a smaller plate results in eating less while still getting that ‘full’ feeling.
2. When talking with friends and family at the dinner table, put down the knife and fork while your talking.  You will eat slower, giving your brain a chance to send the ‘full’ signals to the rest of your body. 
3. Don’t lick the spoon while cooking!  As we prepare the Thanksgiving meal (and any meal for that matter) we tend to sample and taste test.  The calories and fat intake can be considerable, sometimes equal to or more than what we would consume during dinner.
4. Go for the after dinner walk.  Get the entire family outside for a short walk, the traditional throw the football around, or head to the mall for a stroll.  A short 20-minutes of activity will improve the digestive process and start your body using those calories you just consumed rather than converting them to fat.
5. Go light on the alcohol.  Alcohol provides calories with no nutritional value.  Think of this the next time someone asks you if you would like another drink:  A Glass of Wine or a Bottle of Beer = One Glazed Donut!  Two glasses equals two donuts.  How many donuts are you going to eat today?

Use these simple techniques and you’ll be enjoying the post-holiday season just as much as you enjoyed the holidays!