Summer is the time of year that we look forward to BBQs, picnics and lounging by the pool. It's also a time for cool desserts and sweet treats. If you are trying to lose or maintain your weight, don't worry about missing out on some of the best aspects of summer!
Try these three tips for snacking healthy in the summer:
1. Have your ice cream and eat it too.
Ice cream doesn't have to be a diet disaster. Gelato and sorbet, are low/no fat varieties made from milk instead of full fat cream. Don't want to skip the real ice cream? No problem! Just enjoy in moderation without the toppings. A single scoop in a cup or plain cone (sugar cones have a lot of empty calories)is satisfying and decadent, without being more fat calories than you should consume in a day.
2. Go for sweet, but healthy.
Fruit has a lot of natural sugar but nature's candy also brings anti-oxidants and fibre to the table. Fruit and frozen yogurt, or a low fat shortcake or tart, still gives you the filling, sweet dessert, without the extra exercise the following day.
3. Moderation is Key.
If you find yourself at a party, and you're being served cheesecake, nachos, pudding etc, I recommend not depriving yourself of the foods you love. Fitness and exercise isn't about giving up the food you enjoy, it's about controlling the amount you consume. So take a little of your favourites, and don't fret about your nutritional habits, when you're out having fun. If you've been working your butt off in the gym, you deserve it!
Have a Healthy, delicious summer!
July 7, 2009
Summer Treats that won't Break the Calorie Bank
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