Saccording to Istat estimates, between Eve, ChristmasNew Year and Epiphany, the Christmas holidays can bring a weight gain up to 3 kilograms. So what can you do to avoid having the memories of the holidays accumulated in your belly? Here are some tips from the nutritionist and gastroenterologist Luca Pirettaprofessor at the Campus Biomedico University of Rome.
1. No to detox and fasting
In moments of acute hunger we often binge, leading to harmful metabolic spikes and digestion problems. Better to have healthy habits.
2. Watch out for fats, even good ones
Although very healthy, it is good to reduce the consumption of dried fruit, walnuts, almonds and peanuts and limit the quantity of oil.
3. Fruit and vegetables: at least 5 servings a day
It is important that they are in season. Also pay attention to the variety, ranging between its 5 colors: purple, orange, green, white and red.
4. Limit carbohydrates
They are a precious source of energy, but should be consumed sparingly. If we eat bread we don’t eat pasta. Wholemeal flours are preferable.
5. Yes to physical activity
Let’s not let the cold or short days make us lazy. Small daily habits are enough, such as walking about 10 thousand steps a day or taking the stairs.
6. Limit alcohol
Ethanol acts on orexigenic Agrp neurons (which stimulate hunger) in a greater manner than normal, leading to a greater desire for food.
7. Drink at least 2 liters of water a day
Staying hydrated is essential to help the body digest and drain excess fluid, keeping the metabolism active.
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