Feed Your Body Well
Party Planning: Prepare for Parties and Social gatherings
Who knows what will be served at holiday and family gatherings. Don’t self-sabotage the nutritional goals you’ve set for yourself at the cost of enjoying time with family and friends. Follow these simple tips to enjoy the party while staying on track.
- Hydrate before, during, after: water and bone broth are always good choices. Balance your alcohol intake with water (tap, mineral, seltzer).
- Eat before you leave the house: When you’re hungry, you’re vulnerable to munch on whatever you see first. Fill your tummy with a little something beforehand to dampen the urge to eat poorly. Non-starchy foods tend to be higher in protein and fat. My favorites include nuts and nut butters, cheese, uncured meats, hard boiled eggs, and bone broth (weird at first but very delicious and satisfying). When your aunt offers you a cinnamon bun, you can honestly tell her that you’re not hungry because you already ate. Over time, you will grow to feel less awkward about declining food.
- Conduct a mindfulness check: I will look at the food offerings and apply what my Doctor taught me about navigating party food. I will try my best to stay on track because my long term health is more important than short term enjoyment. If the menu item doesn’t pass the “Do I need to eat this?” test then I will not taste it.
- Post-Party Reflection: Write down your successes and challenges in your Food Journal. Discuss your observations with your Doctor.
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