Portion Control During Festivities: Mindful Eating Tips
Holiday gatherings are filled with delicious food, but it’s easy to overindulge. Practicing mindful eating and portion control helps you enjoy your favorite treats without derailing your wellness goals.
Why Portion Control Matters
Large portions and endless buffets can sneak in extra calories. Mindful eating helps you tune in to your hunger, savor every bite, and feel satisfied—so you can celebrate without regret.
Large portions and endless buffets can sneak in extra calories. Mindful eating helps you tune in to your hunger, savor every bite, and feel satisfied—so you can celebrate without regret.
Mindful Eating Tips for the Festive Season
- Use a smaller plate to help control portions.
- Fill half your plate with veggies or salad first.
- Eat slowly and put your fork down between bites.
- Pause before going back for seconds-give your body time to register fullness.
- Choose your favorite festive foods and skip what you don’t truly love.
Balanced Plate Example for a Holiday Meal:
- ½ plate: Roasted veggies and fresh salad
- ¼ plate: Lean protein (grilled chicken, fish, or plant-based)
- ¼ plate: Whole grains or healthy carbs
Wellness Tip:
Start your meal with a Herbago shake or a glass of water to help curb cravings and avoid overeating.
Start your meal with a Herbago shake or a glass of water to help curb cravings and avoid overeating.
Make It Festive:
Enjoy your favourite holiday treats mindfully-savory the flavours, enjoy the company, and celebrate every healthy choice.
Enjoy your favourite holiday treats mindfully-savory the flavours, enjoy the company, and celebrate every healthy choice.
Find more wellness tips and holiday recipes on the Herbago blog!
