It's the end of January and you've been true to your New Year's diet and exercise resolutions. Your clothes are fitting nicely and healthy eating is becoming a comfortable habit. But, there's trouble ahead. That first big event of the year threatens to undo all your good work -- the Super Bowl party.
Don't worry. You can enjoy a Super Bowl party without risking your waistline. For starters, don't starve yourself the day of the party. That will just make it more likely that you'll overeat later on at the gathering. Have a small fiber-filled snack such as a piece of fruit or whole grain crackers before you head out. The odds of eating healthy will be in your favor if your stomach's not growling.
Here's a few SUPER tips for surviving the Super Bowl. I'll bet if you follow them, you won't be upset.
Survey the Spread
When you get to the party, take a look at all the goodies before you dig in. Look for foods that are more nutrient dense, like raw vegetables, shrimp, lean meats, salsa, guacamole, cheese, fruit, nuts and crackers.
Utilize the Under
Undersized portions, that is. You don't need to load up your plate, especially if you're likely to return for more. Just take a little bit and eat slowly.
Push the Potables
As in push them away. A beer or two is fine, but more than that can add extra calories you don't need and may lead to an unwanted hangover the next day. Drink water between your adult beverages to slow down your alcohol consumption.
Enjoy the Exotics
Why fill up on tortilla chips you can buy at any convenience store? Look for interesting foods that you don't get to eat very often, like lamb sliders.
Refuse the Runner
It's so nice when your sweetie offers to bring you back a plate of snacks or an extra bottle of beer, but you'll have better control over portion sizes and food selections if you serve yourself. Actually it might be nice for you to offer to be the food runner and bring back a healthy plate for your honey.
