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Coping with Easter when you are on a diet

Surviving Easter on a diet is all about planning, making smart choices, staying active, and maintaining a positive mindset. By following these tips, you can enjoy the holiday while staying on track with your health goals. Remember, it's not about perfection, but progress. Happy Easter!

Here are some tips to help you navigate the temptations of Easter:

Plan ahead

Set Goals: Decide what you want to achieve during Easter. Whether it's maintaining your current weight or losing a few pounds, having clear goals will help you stay focused.

Prepare Healthy Meals: Plan your meals in advance. Include plenty of fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and whole grains. This will make it easier to avoid unhealthy options.

Smart choices

Portion Control: Enjoy your favourite Easter treats, but in moderation. Instead of eating a large piece of cake, have a small slice. This way, you can satisfy your cravings without overindulging.

Healthy Alternatives: Opt for healthier versions of traditional Easter foods. For example, choose dark chocolate over milk chocolate, or bake your own treats using healthier ingredients.

Stay active

Exercise: Keep up with your regular exercise routine. If you're traveling or have a busy schedule, find ways to stay active. Go for a walk, play a game with your family, or do a quick workout at home.

Family Activities: Participate in activities that keep you moving. Organize an Easter egg hunt, play sports, or go for a hike. Staying active will help you burn calories and stay on track with your diet

Mindful eating

Eat Slowly: Take your time to enjoy your meals. Eating slowly can help you feel full faster and prevent overeating.

Listen to Your Body: Pay attention to your hunger and fullness cues. Eat when you're hungry and stop when you're satisfied. This will help you avoid unnecessary snacking.

Hydration

Drink Water: Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water throughout the day. Sometimes, thirst can be mistaken for hunger, leading to overeating.

Limit Sugary Drinks: Avoid sugary beverages like soda and fruit juices. Instead, opt for water, herbal teas, or sparkling water with a splash of lemon.

Social Support

Communicate: Let your family and friends know about your diet goals. They can offer support and help you stay accountable.

Find a Buddy: Partner with someone who has similar health goals. You can motivate each other and share tips on how to stay on track during Easter.

Treat yourself

Allow Small Indulgences: It's okay to treat yourself occasionally. Enjoy a small piece of chocolate or a slice of cake, but don't let it derail your entire diet.

Reward Yourself: Set up a reward system for sticking to your diet. Treat yourself to a non-food reward, like a fun outing.

Stay positive

Focus on Progress: Celebrate your achievements, no matter how small. Staying positive will help you stay motivated and committed to your diet.

Avoid Guilt: If you slip up, don't be too hard on yourself. Everyone makes mistakes. Just get back on track and continue working towards your goals.

Need some extra support to stay on track?

Talk to us about our FREE weight management options, including 12-week kick-start slimming group vouchers or 1-2-1 coaching.

How does this work?

The tailored approach LiveWell Dorset uses to come up with solutions to the things that are stopping us achieving our goals, is based upon work done by University College London developing the COM-B model of behaviour change. In this model, all behaviour is influenced by understanding a person’s capability to change, their opportunity to change and their motivation to change. By understanding which of these is the biggest barrier to change, we can tailor support accordingly. This model of behaviour change is at the centre of the support we offer, online and in person.

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