With all the pretty pastel-colored Easter candy lining store shelves, itâs easy to drop your healthy routine and give in to a weekend of indulgences, but it doesnât have to be that way. If donât want to derail your efforts, hereâs how you can have a healthy Easter and still eat some chocolate, too:
- Start the day right - Itâs important to get the day going with nutritious foods, so donât hit up your kidsâ Easter candy first thing. Stick to your usual breakfast routine and make sure it includes protein, which stabilizes appetite and can reduce chocolate cravings.
- Practice moderation - As with so many other things, moderation is key. Enjoy a chocolate bunny or some Peeps, but donât feel like you have to finish the whole box. And remember: indulging in a treat doesnât undo your hard work or mean you should give up and write the whole day off.
- Get moving - Donât fall off your fitness routine just because itâs a holiday week. Keep your mind clear and energy levels up by staying active.
- Stop with the guilt - Beating yourself up only adds to the stress, so let yourself enjoy your Easter treats guilt-free.
- Plan ahead - If your Easter plans take you out of your normal routine, make sure you have plenty of healthy snacks with you so you can fill up without having to compromise or go hungry.
Source: Women's Health