Happy Holidays Fashionistas and Stylinistas;
Here are some very positive tips I want to pass on to you today; in the last post we discussed how much at risk the mature woman is from heart attacks, the deadliest condition for the mature women at any time of year.
All the articles I have been reading lately (not paranoid, but I am one of those high risk ladies) recommend virtually the same messages; don't forbid yourself enjoyment of the culinary delights of the season. Do, however, set limits on what you will do, and provide yourself with a fall back position when blindsided by the constant temptations. Several suggestions were ways of making a "mini denial"; an example, " ask for a 1" piece of the pie", or a " teaspoon of the gravy". Another tip, don't eat anything you do not really want; it is too easy to eat it just because it is there. If you don't really love the taste of the "goody", don't finish eating it. Save the calories.
One suggestion that I am going to try was a "treat yourself" situation; make a small batch of reasonably healthy oatmeal chocolate chip cookies, chock full of healthy nuts, 82% cacao dark chocolate, raisins, steel cut oats, almond meal, unrefined sugar (I already reduce the amount) and whole wheat flour, and coconut oil. This "treat" I will allow myself when I get home from any party or gathering where all the cheese balls, pies, etc. will abound. Knowing I can have the healthier alternative awaiting will help the self control. According to the article (Phd Ben Michaelis) microdenials work like muscles, exercising the denials make will power stronger. He also says that when you realize you have more self control, it is easier to continue to larger changes.
Keep a food diary.Digital diaries have been found to be more effective than written journals according to Dr. Bonnie Spring at Northwester University; the feedback is immediate and re-inforcing. One of my resolutions is to complete the diary every day. I am great about writing down my breakfast and lunch, but all too often I forget during the rest of the day. (Psychological?)
Its the little things:
Some other really great tips were self trickery in "keep moving"; don't allow yourself to sit when talking on the phone. Set a timer for 20 minutes when in front of the computer or other sit down tasks. When time is up, get up and move for at least 5 minutes (dusting works great for 5 minute intervals).
Have a Happy Holiday.....Geneva.............Rockmyages@aol.com
All the articles I have been reading lately (not paranoid, but I am one of those high risk ladies) recommend virtually the same messages; don't forbid yourself enjoyment of the culinary delights of the season. Do, however, set limits on what you will do, and provide yourself with a fall back position when blindsided by the constant temptations. Several suggestions were ways of making a "mini denial"; an example, " ask for a 1" piece of the pie", or a " teaspoon of the gravy". Another tip, don't eat anything you do not really want; it is too easy to eat it just because it is there. If you don't really love the taste of the "goody", don't finish eating it. Save the calories.
One suggestion that I am going to try was a "treat yourself" situation; make a small batch of reasonably healthy oatmeal chocolate chip cookies, chock full of healthy nuts, 82% cacao dark chocolate, raisins, steel cut oats, almond meal, unrefined sugar (I already reduce the amount) and whole wheat flour, and coconut oil. This "treat" I will allow myself when I get home from any party or gathering where all the cheese balls, pies, etc. will abound. Knowing I can have the healthier alternative awaiting will help the self control. According to the article (Phd Ben Michaelis) microdenials work like muscles, exercising the denials make will power stronger. He also says that when you realize you have more self control, it is easier to continue to larger changes.
Keep a food diary.Digital diaries have been found to be more effective than written journals according to Dr. Bonnie Spring at Northwester University; the feedback is immediate and re-inforcing. One of my resolutions is to complete the diary every day. I am great about writing down my breakfast and lunch, but all too often I forget during the rest of the day. (Psychological?)
Its the little things:
Some other really great tips were self trickery in "keep moving"; don't allow yourself to sit when talking on the phone. Set a timer for 20 minutes when in front of the computer or other sit down tasks. When time is up, get up and move for at least 5 minutes (dusting works great for 5 minute intervals).
Have a Happy Holiday.....Geneva.............Rockmyages@aol.com
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