Christmas is just a few days away, and we are all excited to see family and enjoy some great food. For many of us though, this enjoyment and anticipation is slightly tinged by the knowledge that we may just in fact eat Santa Clause this Christmas! Before we proceed to our merrymaking and eating, I wanted to share a few things I've found over the years that help me to enjoy my Christmas food but also not become over-stuffed by eating too much.
Eat breakfast or brunch. It's never advisable to skip breakfast at any time, but especially on Christmas Day, it will help you to have a more normal appetite during the rest of the day.
Exercise in the morning. Though you may be tempted to take the day off, this will actually help regulate your appetite for the rest of the day. Instead of taking the day off from exercise, maybe do a lighter workout instead.
Skip the appetizers and have some water. Don't get filled up on appetizers, but save room for the main meal. Also, having water will keep your stomach feeling satisfied, but will also empty from your stomach in time for the main course.
Fill up your plate once at the main meal. Don't go back for seconds, but save room for dessert!
Choose one dessert. Choose your favorite and stick with it.
Ask for leftovers. When you know you get to take some leftovers home, you won't feel the need to "sample" everything at your Christmas dinner.
I hope some of these tips will come in handy for you this Christmas. Have a very Merry Christmas!
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