Have A Healthful Holiday Season - Upgrade Your Health With Shatonia McCarty

This week Shatonia reminds us it's OK to indulge. As the holidays approach, she gives helpful tips for us eat wisely and have a healthful holiday season.

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Instead of “ditching your diet” and feeling guilty in the New Year, make your meals this holiday season fit into a healthy lifestyle that you can manage permanently. Many individuals gain weight during the holidays. Since 2/3 of population in Louisiana is overweight, we could potentially see majority of people gaining up to 5 pounds during this holiday season. How can you prevent this?

· Preparing Dishes With the Biggest Bang for Your Calorie Buck

· Making Healthful Choices at Holiday Parties

· Watching Your Waistline at Your Family Dinner

· Being Aware of High-Calorie Beverages

Making a few simple changes to your typical holiday eating patterns can help you maintain a healthy diet and make your holidays fit into a lifestyle of wellness.