6 Ways to Stay Healthy Over The Holidays

it’s not that deep

my tree, slaying, thanks to all my new ornaments gifted by friends (upon my request).

#1: move

This is the simplest tip. After a meal, go on a walk, even if it’s just for 10 minutes. Find ways to move your body naturally, daily. 10k steps would be excellent, even 15k if you can get there, but ultimately it’s about daily practice, NOT perfection. Not only does movement stabilize blood sugar, but it promotes mental health, flushes toxins, and is a way to practice self-care during stressful times.

This doesn’t mean you should push yourself to extremes, try to “burn” off meals, or punish yourself at the gym. Compensating for bad food choices with hard workouts is not a recipe for success. Just strive for balance.

You will enjoy holiday meals and occasional treats more, and you will be more inclined to stop when you’re full and practice moderation, when you feel like you’re doing the work to deserve it. Exercise makes us feel good in our body, so naturally we are less inclined to make dietary choices that would sabotage that.

#2: follow Glucose Goddess’ tips for how to indulge in your favorite foods without spiking your blood sugar

—aka, less crashes, cravings, and impact on weight and metabolism.

1. Eat foods in the right order. The right order to eat our food in to minimize a meal’s glucose spike is: 1) Fiber, 2) Protein and Fats, 3) Starches and Sugars. That pre-meal bread basket is not your friend.