New Momma No-Brainer — Healthy Summer Eating
I love the summer.
Whether the longer days, the plethora of sunlight, or the overabundance of fabulous wedge heels, the brief months of summer never go on long enough. Perhaps the only thing that I don’t adore about the summer season is the quantities of warm-weather food, and the variety of occasions that call for it. It seems that the higher the temperature rises, the more events my family attends that revolve around food: barbecues, cookouts, or beach side bonanzas. Regardless of how fun these moments may be, the impact they can have on our waistlines and our family’s health aren’t something we can ignore.
Read on for Part 1 of our Healthy Eating Summer Tips For Moms*, which will help give you strategies for overcoming these fattening feasts.
SUMMER STRATEGY PART 1=
- Healthier alternatives: Before attending a food filled event, why not try bringing your own healthier alternative to the fare provided.
- If Popsicles and ice cream are the main event, grab a box of 100% fruit Popsicles, Weight Watchers cream-sickles, or Skinny Cow ice cream sandwiches instead.
- If hot dogs and burgers are the starring food, than skip the fattening condiments in favor of ketchup or mustard, layer on the healthy veggies, and leave your burger open faced.
- If the BBQ is buffet style, try filling most of your plate with vegetables and fruit first and foremost, a small bit of lean white meat, or a plain baked potato.
Regardless of your healthy choice, leave a tiny 5% of your plate to have a small portion of your favorite treat so that you can enjoy the moment, without feeling deprived.
* Next Month – Part 2 of Healthy Summer Eating