Don’t forget to eat your vegetables!
Of course, this might sound like a cliche, but it’s important to also include healthy carbohydrates and vegetables in your dishes, even if it’s the holiday season! If you are the host of the party, then you will have the freedom to choose the food you cook.
While cooking a roasted turkey, don’t forget to add some grilled vegetables as a side. And while sweets are everybody’s favorites, once in a while ditch the sugar and go for natural sweeteners (like stevia). You never know who is going to ask for your secret recipes!
Make time for light workouts
While the holiday season is usually about family time, reunions with old friends, and such, skipping your day-to-day schedule isn’t exactly helping you with the holiday belly bloat. It might increase your chances of feeling even worse! In between dinners and visits, squeeze in at least 30 minutes to do some light exercise. If lifting weights isn’t your thing or your health issues don’t allow you to, go for a power walk or do some yoga. It’s important to keep yourself active throughout the day!
Pay attention to the wheat intake!
Wheat is known to produce bloating, even in those without IBS, but it can also cause bloating if you eat large servings of it. Try to order a half-portion and a side rather than the entire meal if the visitors are having pasta or pizza. Making sure you’re getting the recommended amount of six to eight glasses of water each day is even more important because staying hydrated is essential to avoiding holiday belly bloat.
You may also want to check out 11 Ways to Realistically Lose Weight Without Dieting.
