Christmas is a very special day, a time for reflection, a day to give and receive presents, and for the more fortunate, a day for a good cross-country skiing workout. But how can we forget about our dining table full of delicious Christmas food?

At this time, many lose focus on healthy eating. But if we stop to analyze the dishes that are seen at Christmas dinner, the vast majority are healthy options that can be consumed in a calm and guilt-free way.

The secret is the quantity and especially the time that these foods are consumed. We already know that carbohydrates that are consumed at night and are not used, most of the time become the famous ‘fat’, but don’t worry, below we’ll give you some tips so that you don’t eat with guilt, and can enjoy this so special day.

STRATEGIES 

Fiber-Rich Foods

It is interesting to start the meal with fiber-rich foods that convey a feeling of satiety to the body, such as carrots, beets, broccoli, kale, zucchini, lettuce, apricots, figs, walnuts, almonds, chestnuts or even pistachios, and some of these foods, in addition to being high in fiber, can help in controlling cholesterol levels.

Choice Of Meats

Regarding meat, give preference to fish and grilled or cooked poultry, such as turkey. These meats have a low-fat content and a good concentration of protein. If possible, consume those that have pepper or ginger in their preparation, because these are thermogenic foods that help burn body fat.

Grains

Try to eat peas, quinoa, lentils, soy, chickpeas, black rice, brown rice or other whole grains.

Drinks

The best drinks are natural ones, such as fruit juices like cranberry, grape and blueberry, or even lemonade, which can boost your immune system. If you are drinking alcohol, allow yourself only two glasses of wine, and do not forget to hydrate with water.

Fruits

And to finish your supper, enjoy the fruits that are most common at this time of the year in your region, such as peaches, oranges, grapes, plums, cherries, tangerines, pomegranates and apples.

With these tips, you will have a balanced meal, avoid weight gain and enjoy winter and your ski workouts peacefully.

Happy and Healthy Christmas!