Listen to the pros!
Try New Whole Grains
The cold days (and nights!)
Shake up your grains this winter and give a new grain a try.
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I recently discovered sorghum, which is a hearty, gluten-free grain rich in both satisfyingproteinandfiber, she says.
But the impressive nutrition of sorghum doesnt stop there.
Skipping meals may lead to fatigue,high cholesterol, and overeating, she explains.
Your body needs fuel throughout the dayfeed it regularly.
Jaspan also encourages you to cook a big batch of soup once and enjoy it over and over.
Double your batches and freeze half for those cold nights you dont feel like cooking!
Stay Hydrated
Its not uncommon to neglect your water bottle in the winter months.
But this doesnt meanhydrationisnt equally crucial through this time of year.
Drinking water is crucial for optimal digestion, fluid balance, and temperature, explains Smolen.
Whilewateris an obvious choice for hydration, any decaffeinated, unsweetened beverage will do the trick!
This could include comforting options like herbal or decaf tea, sparkling water, or warm water with lemon.
Holidays are about connection, not perfection.
Enjoy your meals mindfullythis isnt the time for restrictive eating or guilt.
Focus on the company, flavors, and tradition rather than calories, she notes.
But that doesnt mean they cant be balanced, increasing their health value.
And there are many delicious ways to accomplish this.
Plus, eating root veggies is the closest thing to seasonal eating you might get through the wintertime.
