This is the time of year when it’s easy to lose sight of your health goals. Read on for some simple ways to stay on track and keep health top of mind during the festive season.
Gifting
- Rather than gifts of alcohol or chocolate, give the gift of health this year. Our wellness-inspiring basket is full of goodies that promote health and self-care, including our homemade body scrubs and a couple of bags of No Yolking™ 100 % Egg White Protein Powder.
- If you want to stick to the traditional gift of homemade cookies for neighbours, friends and family check out our Earl Grey Shortbread and Chewy Ginger Molasses Cookies recipes. They tick all the boxes: they fill the “sweet” craving, have those familiar holiday flavours we all love, and are protein-packed!
Self Care
- December can be the busiest time of year: meal planning and entertaining, gift buying and decorating. Try your best to keep to your usual fitness and sleep routines. That will help with stress management and fatigue.
- Start your day off right with a healthy breakfast. Enjoying one of our warm lattes with No Yolking™ 100 % Egg White Protein Powder, means you’ll be properly fueled for the day ahead while also keeping cravings at bay.
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- When you’re on the go, reach for a wholesome snack such as our 4-Seed Protein Bars. The protein in the bars will help keep you fuelled and satisfied until your next meal, without a sugar crash.
Party Tips
- Make sure you get enough protein throughout the day of a party. Protein is key to keeping you feeling fuller, longer. Have a No Yolking 100% Egg White Protein Powder Latte just before the party to help you avoid grazing the buffet table.
- Hydrate with water. If you’re indulging in alcoholic beverages or a sugary drink during the evening, remember to sip water in between to stay hydrated and replenish fluids.
- When you’re at a party, munch on whole foods, such as crudite and nuts, rather than chips and crackers, and keep those portion sizes in mind.
- If you’re going to a potluck, bring a healthy dish you know you will feel good about eating, such as our Roasted Vegetable and Quinoa Stuffing or Gluten-Free Flexitarian Lamb & Cauliflower Meatballs.
- If you’re hosting, keep in mind the dietary lifestyles of your guests. Some recipe suggestions:
- Vegetarian: Roasted Tomato Soup
- Keto: Gluten-Free Flexitarian Lamb and Cauliflower Meatloaf
- Diabetic: No Sugar Protein Meringue
- Gluten-Free: Herb and Garlic Paleo Crackers with Mediterranean Hummus Quinoa Dip
- Dairy-Free: Dairy-Free Egg Nog
Holiday Must-Haves:
Keep your fridge and pantry stocked with entertaining must-haves:
- No Yolking 100% Egg White Protein Powder. Click here to shop and support a local Muskoka business!
- Organic teas and coffees
- Unsalted nuts and seeds
- Fresh fruit and veggies with a dairy-free dip, like our All-Purpose Creamy Lemon Vinaigrette
- A variety of non-dairy milk offerings
- Dark chocolate
With a little planning and some great, healthy recipes in your back pocket, it is possible to keep your healthy goals, even during the busy holiday season!
