We are coming up on a very dangerous pitfall in the journey to healthy living. It's fraught with "bad" carbs, high-sugar, and extreme levels of fat. It's...it's...THANKSGIVING DAY!
OK...so maybe Thanksgiving isn't a pitfall, but considering many people consume a day's worth of calories at a single meal, it does need to be dealt with strategically. Here are a few strategies I plan on utilizing.
Strategy #1-USE A SMALLER PLATE! Studies have shown that you actually eat less when eating off of a smaller plate. Your eyes convince your brain that you're eating much more than you actually are.
Strategy #2-PORTION CONTROL! I have already spoken with the host of the Thanksgiving dinner I'll be attending, and they know I'll be bringing my 21 Day Fix containers to the meal. This way I don't have to guess on how much I'll be plopping on my plate
Strategy #3-BREAKFAST! Before I leave my house Thursday morning, I'll be eating a breakfast, whether it's a veggie scramble or a pumpkin pie latte Shakeology, I'll be sure to jump start my metabolism with breakfast.
Strategy #4-DESSERTS COUNT AS CARBS, AS DO MASHED POTATOES, STUFFING, ETC! I'm not saying I won't be having any dessert, but any dessert will have to a) fit into my carb container, and b) not cause me to exceed my 4 servings of carbs for the day.
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