Vacation and health don’t always go together. Vacation is supposed to be free of worries and guilt of not eating healthy food. But being on vacation does not mean one should splurge on eating out and eating ‘exotic cuisine’. It will be that much more difficult to lose all that holiday weight once you are back home. We don’t want all that hard work in the gym to go to waste, do we?
A few tips to guide you on your fancy vacation so you are on top of things as far as health is concerned. And health, as we know, is always a concern.
Have a big breakfast and jump start your day. Don’t keep lolling in bed because you are taking time off. This will throw your eating routine out the window and you will inevitably eat rubbish to satisfy nasty cravings.
If you are planning on taking a guided tour or a walking tour, make sure you are packed on snacks. By snacks we don’t mean the crumbly packet of chips like you carried on a school field trip. Make your own healthy snacks instead of picking it on the go. Salads and cut fruits are really good options.
Don’t splurge on high-fat, high-calorie food items no matter how amazing they sound. Some people have a policy - if they can’t pronounce it, they don’t eat it.
Certain restaurants serve huge portions which makes us happy. Worth every penny, you think? Not worth the calories! In a bid to finish off your meal to get your money’s worth is going to make your weight a Herculean task. Instead, divide your portion in half or split it with someone. Not only do you save money but also save some calories, for another day. Another option is to order half portion, if the restaurant policy permits.
Start your meal with a hefty salad. By the time you are done with chomping on all that fibre, your hunger would subside. Subsequently you will not order that burger loaded with calories. Instead go for something baked or grilled. Get a side of sautéed vegetables and you are set.
More and more hotels and eateries are now becoming open to customising the customer’s request. So go ahead and find out if you can use that option. If you are in luck, then go ahead and order it the way you like it. Get honey instead of maple syrup or replace plain flour with wholemeal flour or even oats!
Carry water with you, no matter where you go. Even if you go to a fancy restaurant, make sure you have plenty of water before you step in. This will keep you hydrated in case you are having hard or dry alcoholic beverages. As we are always having a great time on our vacation, we tend to drink less water.
Don’t keep telling yourself “I’m on Vacation, OKAY!?” This will make you overeat every time. Moderation is the key. You should know when to stop. Your body will tell you to go easy, just remember to read the signs.
Content source:
http://www.webmd.com/women/features/vacation-eating?page=3
A few tips to guide you on your fancy vacation so you are on top of things as far as health is concerned. And health, as we know, is always a concern.
Have a big breakfast and jump start your day. Don’t keep lolling in bed because you are taking time off. This will throw your eating routine out the window and you will inevitably eat rubbish to satisfy nasty cravings.
If you are planning on taking a guided tour or a walking tour, make sure you are packed on snacks. By snacks we don’t mean the crumbly packet of chips like you carried on a school field trip. Make your own healthy snacks instead of picking it on the go. Salads and cut fruits are really good options.
Don’t splurge on high-fat, high-calorie food items no matter how amazing they sound. Some people have a policy - if they can’t pronounce it, they don’t eat it.
Certain restaurants serve huge portions which makes us happy. Worth every penny, you think? Not worth the calories! In a bid to finish off your meal to get your money’s worth is going to make your weight a Herculean task. Instead, divide your portion in half or split it with someone. Not only do you save money but also save some calories, for another day. Another option is to order half portion, if the restaurant policy permits.
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Start your meal with a hefty salad. By the time you are done with chomping on all that fibre, your hunger would subside. Subsequently you will not order that burger loaded with calories. Instead go for something baked or grilled. Get a side of sautéed vegetables and you are set.
More and more hotels and eateries are now becoming open to customising the customer’s request. So go ahead and find out if you can use that option. If you are in luck, then go ahead and order it the way you like it. Get honey instead of maple syrup or replace plain flour with wholemeal flour or even oats!
Carry water with you, no matter where you go. Even if you go to a fancy restaurant, make sure you have plenty of water before you step in. This will keep you hydrated in case you are having hard or dry alcoholic beverages. As we are always having a great time on our vacation, we tend to drink less water.
Don’t keep telling yourself “I’m on Vacation, OKAY!?” This will make you overeat every time. Moderation is the key. You should know when to stop. Your body will tell you to go easy, just remember to read the signs.
Content source:
http://www.webmd.com/women/features/vacation-eating?page=3
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