Aaahhh.... Football Season is here! Yes, we love the Dallas Cowboys! Don't judge! Through good or bad, they are still our team. It wasn't pretty but it was a win last night. Go Cowboys!
What we love more than the football game is our snacks! We like to have nachos, wings, chips and queso, nuggets and fries, you name it! Here is what I want to tell you about this - it's OK! We don't eat this way everyday, so it's OK to do it sometimes. And even then, everything in moderation.
I talked a lot about food this week in my classes. The consensus (that I completely agree with) is do not deprive yourself of things you want to eat! This only leads to binging and/or overeating later! If you want a piece of cake - eat it! Or split it with someone! Just don't eat the whole cake! (and if you do, don't beat yourself up!) If you are watching what you are eating, your body will tell you what it needs. When you eat "clean" you start to crave vegetables and fruits. But sometimes you want a little treat - go for it!
We don't eat out much, but now when we do, we often share entrees. Restaurant portions are so big. Sharing an entree lets you eat that fabulous dish you want, and not overeat. Start with a salad or broth based soup to keep from overeating as well. Always drink a glass a water before your meal.
Same goes for those football parties! Be sure to balance those alcoholic beverages with water! Bring your own snacks! I love ideas from The Hungry Girl (www.hungry-girl.com). Lot's of great recipes that use healthier alternatives to make the snacks you love! If there is a veggie tray, load up on that before hitting the hot wings and nachos! You will still enjoy those those things, just won't eat as much. It's all about choices.
A few years ago I read a book by Bethany Frankel (don't judge here either!). Her philosophy is that what you eat is like a bank account. You have to keep track of what you are putting in. For example, if you know you are going to that football party in the afternoon, eat a good healthy breakfast and maybe a salad for lunch. This way you have some good nutrition in before you indulge at the party! Makes sense?
Sorry, no pics of great, healthy recipes today! As I said, we had football snacks yesterday! (wings, nachos and taquitos) Today will be a good eating day and lots of water!
Have a fabulous week! Hope, Health and H20!
My Dad's favorite saying is...."it all goes in the bank" (in reference to eating indulgences). Funny that Bethany has the same philosophy. And don't judge me, either. :)
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