The colder months are a time of year when many of us tend to overeat or comfort eat. There are several reasons why we are drawn to more food in the winter. Here are four small but important steps we can take to manage our weight.
Eat and drink healthily.
Easier said than done, right? The first rule of making it easier is not to fully stop intake. In fact, refusing everything can be extremely harmful. As soon as something becomes of limits, we will want it more. The second rule is to use fresh, in-season fruits and vegetable to cook home-made dishes.
Stay active.
Physical activity keeps us warm! Simple 15- to 30-minute daily exercises, such as walking and yoga, will be enough and can be completed in the comfort and warmth of our home. Why not do a house-cleaning workout to get ready for visitors? Remember to put some music on.
Relax
Relaxation is helpful to fight seasonal affective disorder, also known as SAD or the "winter blues". This condition leads to weight gain. Some ways to relax are listening to our favorite tunes, reading a book with an upbeat theme, painting, and gardening. What activities do we find relaxing?
Get enough sleep.
It can also upset levels of hormones (激素) for appetite (胃口). Therefore, focus on getting seven to nine hours of sleep a night. As scientists have observed, getting enough sleep contributes to weight loss. What better time to curl up under a quilt than winter?
A. It helps to achieve a healthy weight.
B. Loss of sleep means more time to feel hungry.
C. We will soon forget we are actually working out.
D. Why not make the most of the food that winter offers?
E. Pick some we like and add them into our usual practice.
F Whatever the cause, however, it can lead to unwanted weight gain
G. Therefore, choose treats wisely, keep the intake small, and enjoy every bite.
