How to avoid calories and overeating this Thanksgiving holiday

The holiday season is especially a tough time to eat healthy and avoid over indulging in favorite foods.  I mean who can resist sweet potato casserole, or heaping piles of turkey topped with gravy? You don’t have to forgo your favorite dishes this Thanksgiving holiday. Here are some tips to help you avoid over eating and added calories.




Don’t skip breakfast or lunch.  Most people believe that by starving themselves before the big meal, they will avoid calories. This will cause you to overeat and cause your body to store additional calories. By eating a combination of fresh fruit or vegetables and protein, you will give your body energy and eat less prior to the "big meal."

Exercise prior to partaking in your Thanksgiving meal.  Exercising before your meal with help your metabolism kick in, allowing you to burn more calories.  Exercise is also a great way to suppress your appetite and relieve stress.

Hydrate.  Be sure to drink at least two eight ounce glasses of water before eating. This allows your body to address any hydration issues and helps to make you feel fuller.

Eat single portions and pass on seconds.  Don’t overload your plate.  Take one single scoop of each item and eat only until you feel full.  Remember, you will have those leftovers to enjoy the next day!

Forgive yourself for the extra calories.  It’s easy to beat yourself up for over consuming , but one meal is not going to hurt you in the long run.

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