Holiday Mindset
What’s your mindset going into holiday season? If you make your mind up to indulge less and pay attention more to what you eat and drink, then you may be pleasantly surprised. Getting to a New Year with healthier habits in place is a feeling of confidence and victory – and who doesn’t like that?! May I suggest you pre-think the sugary foods you normally eat or drink from Thanksgiving through New Year’s Day? Then, try your best to eat less, fewer, smaller. Or, sub in something less sugary that you feel good about.
10 Ways to Enjoy the Fall/Winter Holidays with Less Added Sugar
- Eat a savory breakfast
- Snack on nuts, whole grains & seeds
- Make a pot of vegetable soup twice a month
- Plan a less sugary dessert than ice cream, like make-your-own yogurt & fruit parfait
- Make a point of learning how to reduce the added sugar in your favorite holiday treats
- Think about & take action on getting less sugar in your drink(s)
- Adjust your grocery list to include fewer sugary foods
- Become a fruit fanatic when you crave something sweet
- Learn to roast vegetables and do it frequently
- When you indulge in a sugary treat, go for a mini-portion
Enjoy Healthier Habits All Year
Getting started on healthier habits before the New Year is a great approach. So, check my website, blog, and facebook page for tons of ideas about meal planning, grocery shopping, and making tasty homemade recipes! Remember, good nutrition is always worth it!
How will you lighten up the sugar in your holidays?
Great post, trying to make small changes to sugar intake is a much easier task than trying to cut it out during the holidays. Thanks for the tips, I shared these over on twitter.
I agree with you, Tommy, it’s more realistic to cut down. After the holidays, it’s important to keep the trend going, too. I appreciate your comment and Happy Holidays!