| The festive season doesn't have to be one long binge | | | | after that get out into the invigorating air and take a |
| of unhealthy eating, followed by weeks spent trying to | | | | brisk stroll. |
| undo the damage. Follow these simple healthy eating | | | | 4. Eat slowly Eat mindfully. Enjoy the beautiful seasonal |
| tips for a delicious Christmas. | | | | dishes, relish the familiar festive flavours, take your |
| | | | time to appreciate each mouthful and stop before you |
| 1. Enjoy it all - in moderation Yes, you can have a bit of | | | | feel completely full. |
| everything. There's no food that you should avoid | | | | 5. Shop wisely As you shop for Christmas food, put |
| altogether - as long as you don't over do it. A blob of | | | | some healthy items into the cart as well. Buy plenty of |
| cream, a slice of rich fruit cake, a chocolate reindeer, a | | | | crisp celery, cherry tomatoes, green leaves, exotic |
| serving of crisp-skinned turkey - all are fine, if you keep | | | | fresh fruits, fresh nuts. When you get home, display |
| to a reasonable serving size and confine the feasting | | | | the healthy foods prominently, where they'll be seen - |
| to a couple of days. | | | | and eaten! |
| 2. Drink less, of better wines Lash out, and double the | | | | 6. Fresh fruit to the fore Before a meal, serve a platter |
| amount you spend on a bottle of wine BUT halve the | | | | of segmented fresh fruits, mixed with luscious dried |
| amount you drink. Savour that expensive flavour. | | | | apricots and figs. Take the edge of your appetite |
| 3. Keep up the exercise Slump for a day if you will, but | | | | healthily - and deliciously. |