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The 411 on Matzah

By: Rachel Esses

Whole Wheat vs Spelt Your matzah is your complete starch
Whole wheat is lower in calories and so avoid any other starch along with it.
fat and is higher in fiber. However, EXCEPTION: If you are skipping the
spelt is gentler on the digestive system. matzah or just having a bite of it.
If you have any digestive issues or
stomach sensitivities, choose spelt. Pesach Hotel and Resort Tips
Otherwise, choose whole wheat.
Can I maintain or even LOSE weight
A typical Shmurah Matzah is equal during Pesach at a hotel or resort?
to FOUR breads. If your plan allows ABSOLUTELY!
for two breads, have half a shmurah I’ve compiled a list of tips from
matzah. If your plan allows for one my many years of experience with
Bulletin
bread, have a quarter of a shmurah Pesach getaways.
matzah. When possible, such as on
chol hamoed, stick to whole wheat t Exercise: Most hotels offer
matzah crackers. exercise classes, separate gym and
pool hours and some have beautiful
A square matzah is equal to two breads. grounds and walking trails. Take
If your plan allows for two breads, advantage of these amenities. Burn
have one whole matzah. If your plan calories and set the right tone for the
allows for one bread, have half. day. Try to fit in a workout on erev
TIP: Find out in advance exactly how Pesach after you’re settled in your

much is a kezayis so you can eat that room. That way you will stay away
bare minimum at the sedarim. from the lavish arrival meal and you

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