While Thanksgiving is a great day to celebrate with friends and family, it usually leads to overeating in the name of enjoyment. But what if a little self-awareness could improve health outcomes dramatically while keeping all the fun?
Here are 5 ways to avoid a Thanksgiving meltdown:
1. Take a 15-minute walk right after the meal.
Post-meal walking reduces glucose spikes and mitigates the infamous “food coma.”
2. Start Plate One with protein and vegetables.
Protein and fiber stabilize blood sugar and naturally reduce carb intake when you save your carb binge for plate two.
3. Don’t snack before the main meal.
Pre-meal delights are almost always fried or carb-heavy, spiking insulin early and sets you up for overeating later.
4. Do a strength-based workout earlier in the day.
Resistance training signals your body to direct excess calories toward muscle instead of fat.
5. Pre-commit to your eating plan — and tell one family member.
Combine intention + accountability to substantially improve follow-through. Sometimes just one thought can completely change your trajectory (life hack).
As someone who ate two caramel brownies last night, I’m no stranger to bad Thanksgiving decisions. So today, I’m bring a touch of self-awareness to the big meal – hope these tips help!
Happy Thanksgiving,
Navin