Fit Fare

Now that the holidays are over, many people start the year setting fitness goals or resolutions. With that in mind, it’s a good idea to keep those goals reasonable.
Tip #9: Baby steps may produce better results
Don’t set goals that are difficult to attain, as they doom many people right from the start. Remember the example […]

It’s the new year, time to recover from the holiday overabundance of high calorie meals. Time to be smarter about food choices. One way to eat healthier is to reduce the calories by using healthier alternatives in the meals we prepare.
Cut the fat and sugar
You can reduce fat and sugar in a recipe without losing flavor. […]

When faced with high calorie holiday fare, it’s possible to be too strict. I’ve found that there are times when it’s better for me to eat something I crave, because eating a less desirable food makes me feel deprived, which can cause overeating.
Tip #8: Indulge yourself by eating something you crave (in moderation)
It may not […]

While the holiday season is a time of happiness, many people also find it’s a time of high stress. Family obligations and concerns about money spent on gifts often cause people to turn to food as a stress relieving device.
Tip# 7: Develop Strategies To Deal With Stress
Seek ways to relieve stress that don’t involve food. […]

Some years ago, many of my friends were on the Grapefruit Diet. It was all the rage. Basically, people believed that you could eat just about anything you wanted, if you drank a glass of grapefruit juice along with it. The grapefruit supposedly burned off the fat and helped you lose weight. I remember watching […]

During the holiday season, people often set strict rules to avoid gaining weight. However, when they slip up and eat too much, they give up entirely and continue to eat or drink with abandon.
Tip #6: Don’t Have an All or Nothing Attitude
Avoid setting goals that are too strict. They’re impossible for most people to follow […]

For most people the holiday season is a time of overindulgence in high fat and sugary foods.  It’s also the time when people find themselves imbibing more alcohol than usual.
Tip # 5:  Limit your alcohol consumption
Drinks with alcohol are surprisingly high in calories, often packing well over 100 calories per drink.  But, the danger in […]

Trying to eat in moderation can be a problem when you feel the tug of hunger, which often leads in the direction of snacks. Capitalizing on this sad fact, many food manufacturers have started offering “healthy” products designed to satisfy hunger, without a lot of calories. One food item growing in popularity, judging by their […]

During the holidays when we’re exposed to so many treats managing portion control is critical during our regular meals. Eating moderate amounts is a good goal for holidays, and the rest of the year.
Tip # 4: Beware Of Second Servings At Meals
One technique that has helped my family is banning any food at the table […]

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During the holidays, many people skip breakfast and lunch, believing that will allow them to safely eat high calorie fare at parties, without gaining weight. Instead, arriving at parties hungry often leads to bingeing, which results in a much larger amount of calories […]