BETTERHEALTH
Guest at a dinner party?
Dine with restraint: People tend to
serve decadent food to others—
even if they prefer to eat nutritious
fare themselves.
SNOOZE CLUES
“One year I put two and two together and realized that when I didn’t get
enough sleep, my appetite would go off the rails. For this reason, holiday
dinner parties were doubly dangerous. Now I aim to be in bed by 10 p.m.
at least three nights a week. This not only keeps my schedule sane and my
hunger hormones under control, it ensures I don’t miss out on the true
spirit of the holidays by being exhausted and spaced out.”
Laura Fenamore, 47
Kentfield, California
L o st 100 p o u n d s in 19 8 7
NATURAL INSTINCT
“Whether I’m hosting or attending a party, I try to choose foods that look
like they do in nature— I call it naked cuisine. That means I go for baked
sweet potatoes instead of candied or mashed, and roast chicken instead
of chicken croquettes. I’ve learned that the simpler a food is, the better it
tends to be for my waistline. And it often tastes better, too!”
Beth Sutherland, 51
London, Ontario, Canada
L o st
3 5
p ou n d s in 2 0 0 8
GOING THE DISTANCE
“Last holiday season was my first one as a runner. And while there’s no
doubt the exercise itself keeps me toned, it’s also great because it helps me
focus on something other than food. These days, I’m more concerned with
chasing the endorphin rush— that’s something no sugar high can beat.”
Lisa Hall, 48
Huntsville, Alabama
L o st 20 p o u n d s in 2 0 0 9
CALORIE-FREE CALM
“I used to handle holiday stress by indulging in comfort foods. It’s hard
not to when you’re surrounded by reindeer cookies and chocolate Santas.
I always figured,
Whatever. I’ll get back on track in January.
Except I never
did, and I ended up putting on more and more weight every year. I finally
realized that healthy living is an everyday deal. This year when stress hits
I’ll be unwinding with a movie, good book, or manicure.”
Shannon Hammer, 40
Redondo Beach, California
L o st 100 pounds in 2003
SIDE VENTURE
“Before a party, I ask the host what she’ll be serving and offer to bring
a nutritious complementary dish. If chips and dip are on the menu, I’ll
contribute some hummus and whole grain pita crisps to put out. If she’s
having chicken in a cream sauce, I’ll bring a whole wheat pasta salad with
tons of veggies. This way, the super-rich foods take up only a portion of my
meal. Plus, I’m lightening the workload for my host.” ■
Leslie Pardo, 40
Livonia, Michigan
L o st 22 p o u n d s in 2 0 0 9
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