Page 23 - etc&tal Dec/Xmas 2020 edition

MAKE
THINGS
HAPPEN
nUtRItIon
By melissa Pancini - RnCP, CnP Registered nutritionist
metabolic Balance, master Coach Canada, Ceo Brasil 23
Photo by Unsplash

hristmas is a wonderful time to enjoy with the family, Photo by freepik
but there are so many temptations that are constantly
Cavailable, that it becomes more difficult to
maintain healthy food choices. So, see how to stay in line and
not regain all the pounds lost!

1- always try to eat three 3- enjoy festive food, but always
meals a day and take a start with a bite of protein.
5-hour break between meals
to avoid eating more than 4- If it is hard for you to say
your stomach can handle. no to sugary treats, try eating
this will ensure that your naturally bitter foods. a handful
blood sugar level is not too of cranberries, a cup of green tea,
unregulated and does not or black coffee with the meal or
lead to compulsive cravings, lemon in the water can help.
which will make your journey
even more difficult. 5- Christmas punch or a glass
of wine is a wonderful part of
2- Don’t rush to eat. Relax and the Christmas season and you
enjoy the opportunity and shouldn’t miss them if you like
know that there is no rush these treats. So the best way to
and no need to succumb to afford it here is to drink alcohol
everything that is presented with just food and remember to
to you. By taking your time, combine each glass of alcohol
you are less likely to overeat. with a glass of water.
In addition, it is the holiday
season, a meal can and 6- Drink water between meals
should last a little longer Photo by freepik
than normal! 7- Stay active during the holidays:
walking, stretching, yoga, etc.

RNCP, CNP Registered Nutritionist

Metabolic Balance
Master Coach Canada / CEO Brasil