I hope you are also looking forward to the holidays after a great,crazy blessed year. I love the holidays because its my time to connect with my family more, reflect on my year and rest. I am very grateful for not going away or having any huge plans, staying at home with family is such a cosy feeling.
Definately on every woman's (and mens) mind are the holidays and planing: Events, cooking, family, eating, drinking, eating, gifts, eating...
For some it leaves us feeling like we need a holiday from the holiday but not me, no sir. Water rich food is my salvation.
I want to share some ideas on keeping energy levels up, tummy flat and feeling like you want to get into that bikini.
In South Africa, we get to enjoy a very hot summer so staying juicy and raw is wonderful.1. Juice. Having fresh vegetable juice every morning will keep cravings away and give you a happy feeling. Have as much as you want. It will flush your body and mind of toxins and hydrate you.
2. Before a big meal (lunch and dinner), have fruit or even better, a green smoothie. Packed with fibre it will fill you and nourish you so you eat less of the main meal and pudding.
3. No late night eating.
4. Avoid wheat, glue (gluten) and processed sugar. Substitute breads with wholegrain rice or Quinoa.
5. Good Food Combining. My Fiance' enjoys fish and chicken but he has changed how he eats his meals. After listening to my advice ( ;) he does not combine protein with starch. Protein is combined with salad at one meal and carbs with salad at the next. He reports that he feels good, no bloating or tiredness.
These tips are not just for the holidays but will serve you well always. Id love to hear what works for you.
Enjoy the holidays beautiful people.
