Holiday Tips

It's easy to get caught up in go go go of the holiday season. Often the things that keep us energized and lessen stress are the first to be lost in holiday bustle; healthy eating and exercise! Here are some tips to help you enjoy the season! Stress and Craving Free Eating:

• Keep hydrated; drink at least 2 litres of water per day.
• Take at least a half hour to sit and have a meal. Relax and breathe.
• Keep your breakfast healthy with protein.
• Eat with joy; your enzymes and digestive fire will increase.
• Foods that contain magnesium help to distress; greens, almonds, seeds and other nuts, cacao almond butter on an apple is incredibly satisfying.
• Whatever you eat enjoy it fully. If you are not enjoying it ask yourself why and make the changes so that you do enjoy it.

Party Tricks:

• Pay attention to serving sizes, you don’t have to measure everything. Just plate all your meals and snacks.
• Bring a tray of snacks that are healthy and tasty; humus and veggies, goat cheeses and rye or rice crackers, treats made with agave or honey.
• Have a pre-party green drink. Apple juice, water and 1 tbsp green powder.
• Plate your food then get out of the buffet grazing zone.
• Drink one glass of water for every ½ glass of alcohol or sweet treat.
• Dilute your drinks, use mineral water or natural pop. Have vodka or gin instead of wine or beer. Every other drink fake it and make your own drinks.
• Keep your mind on the intention of the get together. Enjoyment of friends, family and food.

Thanks for reading and have a fun filled joyous holiday season! Marissa