It's here...the holiday season with the potential to gain 4, 5 or 7-15 lbs. Well, I am determined not to do it. Since menopause 2 years ago I am not liking how my body is changing...and how hard it is to loose weight. My other hip is aching and I really hurt after exercise so I am gently getting my exercise either in the water or on the elliptical or recombint bike.
Anyway I have been reading some great things on how ot to gain and here are a few that really stand out to me.
1-used pureed fruits(pumpkim, prune, applesauace) in your baking in place of the oils. Use measure for measure.
2- Use egg Beaters in place of eggs (1/4 c =1 lg. egg) or use half real egg and half egg substitute.
3- Decrease sugar in recipe by 1/4 to 1/3 cup....it will not be missed!
Trust me ...I have tried and now always practice those 3 tips and my cakes and cookies turn out fine!
Don't skip meals on big party/holidays---you'll just overeat later. Get your workout in AND take a nice leisurely walk after Thanksgiving/Holidays dinner. Enjoy but don't overeaat! Remember--those extra pounds are not as easy to put away as the Christmas Decorations. Happy Healthy Holidays!!!
