Holiday Eating - moderation is the key......

The cold winter weather has started. As mammals, that means our bodies are telling us to eat and 'prepare' our bodies for the cold winter ahead - you'd think that we would have evolved beyond that by the year 2006..... Then to make matters harder, it's holiday eating time. Where every time you turn a corner there will be something, or somethings, to tempt you. Moderation is a good word to know this time of year. Going to a party? Eat a snack before you go to help curb your appetite while you're there. Don't congregate around the food, instead get a small plate of the things you'd like to try and take it into the other room..... Your friend will appreciate that you moved away from the table. Keep that workout on your calendar, just like any other appointment. It's okay if something 'better' comes along, but you'll want to reschedule your workout, just like you would any other appointment. Keep in mind that it's all about calories in vs. calories out - if you're going to eat more then you'll need to do more physical activity to prevent weight gain during this time of year. Good luck! Drop me a note in the comment section here if you need some moral support to get through the next few weeks! Sharron