The holiday season can be a challenging time for maintaining your nutritional balance. As a naturopathic practitioner, I want to share some gentle strategies to help you navigate the festivities while honouring your health journey and supporting your body's natural rhythms.
Staying Connected to Your Whole Wellness Routine
The magic of the holidays doesn't mean abandoning your well-being. Instead, think of it as an opportunity to be kind to yourself:
Maintain Your Foundations
Continue your nourishing supplement routine
Magnesium for restful sleep
Probiotics to support gut health
B vitamins for sustained energy
Start your day with nutrient-packed smoothies (download my Smoothie Guide here)
Keep up daily wellness practices
Regular walks
Time for unwinding
Meditation or mindful breathing
Take a Realistic Approach to Weight and Nutrition
Maintaining, Not Losing
Let's be honest: the festive season isn't the ideal time to pursue weight loss. Instead, focus on maintaining your current weight and making balanced choices.
Mindful Food Choices
Start your day with a green smoothie
Include protein powder and healthy fats in the smoothie to feel satisfied
Choose whole foods at gatherings
Prioritize salads and vegetables
Select lean proteins and fresh fruits
Avoid pastries, chips, and sweet desserts
Fill your plate with the healthiest options
Opt for nutrient-dense salads (skip pasta salads that are full of carbs)
Practice mindful eating
Wait 20 minutes before going for seconds
Allow your body to signal fullness
Mindful Eating Strategies to Apply
Before the Party
Enjoy a protein-rich snack before events which helps you make more balanced choices and prevents overindulging
A handful of nuts
A boiled egg
Veggie sticks with hummus
A chia pudding
Healthy Snacking on the Go
Pack nutritious snacks for busy days
Brazil nuts and seeds (or even a trail mix)
Left over dinner
Fresh fruit (apples, pears, summer fruit)
Protein bars
Keep healthy options in your car or office
Choose whole foods over convenient treats
Hydration and Mindful Drinking
Alternate alcoholic drinks with a big glass of water
Bring sparkling water with lemon or mint (or a homemade punch)
Enjoy probiotic drinks like kefir or kombucha in moderation
How I can Help..
You don't have to navigate this journey alone. If you need expert help and advice, here are three ways I can support you:
Personalized Naturopathic Consultation where together we:
Create a nutrition plan tailored you your needs
Address digestive issues
Develop strategies for optimal health (button below)
Free Guide: 'Optimised Digestion for Better Energy'
Learn about7 key habits to improve digestion
Track your habits for 21 days
Work out what you need to do to improve your digestion
3. Download my Free Building a Smoothie Handout. Include all the nutrients your body needs for a jump start to your day!
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