How To Avoid Weight Gain During the Holidays
Worried about packing on the pounds this holiday season? Follow these tips to keep your weight in-check all the way through to the new year!
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Keep Your Stress In Check
We know, it's the holidays... It's bound to get a bit stressful at times. But did you know that stress can actually trigger extra weight gain?
High stress can contribute to high levels of cortisol, a hormone that has been linked to weight gain. Stress cravings are a real thing, and they might lead you to consume more junk food than you're already tempted to do, with all the seasonal goodies around to enjoy.
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INGREDIENTS
- Peanuts
- Carrot
- Mango
- Rocket
- 2 limes
- Olive oil
- Soy sauce
- Red onion, minced
- Salt
- Pepper
METHOD
- Lightly sautée the peanuts until golden.
- Take the carrots and cut into thin slices.
- Peel the mango and slice into thin strips.
- Squeeze the juice from 2 limes into a bowl, and add olive oil, soy sauce, minced onion, salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, toss together the mango, carrot, rocket, and lime-soy dressing.
- Enjoy!
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