Tet is a time for family reunions and meeting friends. When everyone is happy, food and drink are plentiful, it is easy to overeat. If you are not careful, you will gain a few pounds after these happy days.
Here are some simple tips to help you enjoy the holiday without overeating.
Choose healthier foods
Eating during the holidays doesn’t have to mean consuming unhealthy foods. Limit or avoid highly processed foods like ham, bacon, sausages, sweets and pastries.
Choose lean protein foods like chicken, beef, lean pork, shrimp, tofu, and beans, according to the health news site HealthXchange.
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Eat more fiber
It is important to maintain eating 2 servings of fruit and 2 servings of vegetables every day.
Even though it's a holiday, make sure your meals are 1/2 vegetables and fruits, 1/4 carbohydrates - use whole grains and 1/4 protein - try to choose plant proteins (like beans, tofu, nuts) or eat lean meats, eggs, low-fat dairy. Consuming more fiber is very beneficial for your gut and overall health, and also helps you feel full longer to limit snacking.
Reduce fat intake
Cakes, cookies, fatty meats, and ice cream are popular foods during the holidays.
It is impossible to completely avoid these foods during the holidays, but moderation is important. Try to avoid them as much as possible, for example, trim fat from meat and skip sugary drinks.
Drinking water is best
Limit sugary drinks and alcohol. Stick to water or tea. If you must have a sweet drink, choose a low-calorie beverage. Remember, alcohol also contains calories, so if you must drink, drink in moderation.
Eat slower
It takes about 20 minutes for your brain to send the signal of fullness before you realize it.
So eat slowly and take the time to pay attention to what you are eating and how much you are eating. A simple trick is to chew each bite of food 15 to 30 times. This will give your body time to signal to your brain that you have had enough.
Also, if you happen to eat more than usual, try to exercise like walking briskly or jogging lightly.
Move more
Also, if you happen to eat more than usual, try to exercise like taking a brisk walk or jogging.
Portion control
Paying attention to what you eat can be difficult during the holidays. One simple trick is to eat from smaller plates or bowls. This will make it easier to keep track of how much you eat.
Don't skip meals
This will make you feel hungrier, causing you to overeat at your next meal. Furthermore, when hungry, some people are more likely to consume unhealthy foods that are higher in calories than healthy foods.
Choose a healthier menu
Choose healthier foods, ingredients and cooking methods such as boiling, steaming... to reduce the amount of fat in dishes, according to HealthXchange.
Source: https://thanhnien.vn/meo-de-tranh-an-qua-nhieu-trong-dip-tet-185250124195325989.htm
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