Newswise — With the holidays upon us, finding the perfect gift isn’t the only challenge. We also need to keep our waistlines in check.
Dr. Linda Michalsky, assistant professor of clinical nutrition at UT Southwestern Medical Center, offers tips to help keep in shape both during and after the holidays. - Move! Gather your friends and relatives for a talk-as-you-walk after the meal and circle the table two or three times before getting seconds or dessert.- Limit portions to half or less than half what you would normally take for everything but your favorite dish. - Wait 15 to 20 minutes before going back for seconds or dessert. Limit both. If you cut a piece of pie/cake in half, someone will immediately grab the other half. - Use smaller plates. If you only have large plates, leave some room so that part o the plate is visible.- Drink water between other beverages.- Choose a seat away from the food tables.- Bring low-calorie foods you like.
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