Oct 24 2008
Don’t Let Halloween Knock You Off Your Weight Loss
Halloween is only a week away and although many people think it is only for kids, many adults also get involved in the Halloween events. From eating candy to going to Halloween parties, Halloween can knock you off track when it comes to weight loss. Here are some tips for not letting Halloween get you off track.
*If you have children in the house who will have Halloween candy, make sure it is out of sight of you. Eating a piece of candy here and there can actually add up to quite a few calories before you know it. Keeping the candy out of your view will help you avoid it.
*You don’t have to drink alcohol to enjoy a Halloween party. Alcohol is just empty calories and you would be surprised at how many calories are in one drink. Also, when you drink alcohol you lower your inhibitions and you are more likely to eat more.
*Stay away from buffets at parties and Halloween events. Eat a light snack before the meal so that you don’t over-indulge yourself.
*Watch you portions. If you want to eat the food at a party, make sure that you eat a normal portion size and not double the amount you should.
*Go trick-or-treating with your kids. It’s great exercise walking around the neighborhood and then you can let yourself have a piece of candy. Just be sure to stop at one or two small pieces of candy!
I will be at home with my parents so fat chance to get my hands all sweet and sticky lol.