Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is a time to surround yourself with loved ones,
indulge in delicious food and be thankful. To avoid overindulgence, feeling
uncomfortable for hours after eating and remain stress free, use these tips to
take control of Thanksgiving.
Don't forget some exercise this Thanksgiving. Whether it's
in the morning or in the afternoon your body will appreciate it. Try taking a
walk in the morning before all the madness begins or do an after dinner walk
with your family or a friends. Either way make time to get outside and enjoy
the fresh air. Since Minnesota can be quite chilly this time of year, make sure
to bundle up and dress appropriately.
Eat breakfast. Fasting in order to save room for Thanksgiving
dinner can lead to overeating. Hydrate to dominate. Check in with yourself
throughout the day and make sure you are staying hydrated. Don't go crazy with
appetizers! Make sure the appetizers you are eating are in moderation. This
ensures that you have enough room for dinner! Also try using a smaller plate,
this helps with portion control and avoiding over eating. Try chewing slowly
and listening to your body when it is full. Wait a minute or so before going up
for seconds to let your body tell you when enough is enough. Don't stress over
food. It is Thanksgiving and it is okay to indulge yourself every once in a
while but if you do indulge, don't punish yourself.
Lastly, enjoy yourself! We all know the holidays can be
stressful but they don't have to be that way. Anytime you are feeling a little
too stressed take a step back, take some deep breaths and remind yourself what
the holidays are really about. Make sure to give yourself enough time. No one
likes to rush. Plan out what you want your morning to look like and try to
stick to that schedule. Also get enough sleep the night before. Enough sleep
will not only help control your appetite on Thanksgiving but also ensure you
have enough energy to last the whole day! Finally, enjoy meaningful conversations
and interactions with friends and family you don't see every day. Enjoy your
time with your friends and family and be grateful.
To learn more ways to keep your family healthy and happy
visit our website at www.oxborochiro.com.
By: Julia Jacobson, Office Manager
Oxboro Family Chiropractic, P.A.
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