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Cut down grazing
One of the biggest problems at Christmas is overeating. And with all those treats, biscuits, nibble plates and cheese boards around, it’s hard to say no. Sadly these count towards your calories. Try and cut back and indulge only in those really special treats.
Stock the fridge with healthy food
This extends to the freezer too. It’s a busy time on year, so make sure you are prepared. After a busy day out shopping, it is easy to opt for take out. You’re tired and that’s fair enough. But if you’ve got some healthy meals in the freezer, it’s simple to pull them out, heat them up and enjoy guilt free.
Be safe with food preparation
The last thing you want over Christmas or New Year is to make yourself or your guests sick with food poisoning. Safefood Queensland has a range of tips to safely store your food, both raw and cooked. It encourages you to ensure you use different plates and utensils for raw and cooked food, limit the time perishable items are out in temperatures between 5-60 degrees, and ensure your fridge is kept at 4-5 degrees to restrict bacteria.
Drink in moderation
Enjoy a drink or two to celebrate Christmas, but be mindful of eating as well as keeping hydrated with water.
Make time to connect.
Stress, anxiety and loneliness can be overwhelming during the holidays. If you are stressed about finances, finding it hard to deal with family, or lonely, get in touch with a support organisation.
