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Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas were meant to be one day each, not a continuous season that starts in the middle of October and goes through New Year’s Day. I know, it’s easy to get caught up in the holiday spirit, but we cannot mindlessly eat for two and a half months. As we enter this season, I ask you to pause and think about why you are gaining weight over the holidays and how you are going to replace the association between food and the holiday spirit. We need to focus on not making the whole season about food. It’s OK to put up your tree before Thanksgiving and watch Hallmark movies starting in October. If you are someone who knits or crochets, I recommend doing this activity while watching TV. It will keep your hands busy and you will be less likely to snack. It is also helpful if you can watch your TV program without commercials as they are often associated with foods that may trigger hunger. Now I do understand that you need to eat during the holiday season. Plan a great winter meal of chili, a roast, stuffed cabbage, or beef stew—something that gives you those holiday warm fuzzies without causing you to gain weight.
