Helpful Tips To Eating Healthy During the Passover / Easter Holiday

Do you talk to your food? Sounds absurd I know. But, be honest, how many times have you walked into a party or event and become completely obsessed with the food you will enjoy while you are there? It’s almost like the apple pie or stuffing is literally calling your name when you arrive. Or am I the only one who has experienced this madness? Instead of focusing on the hugs and connecting with the people at these events I find I”m scanning the buffet table in search of what I will grab first. The struggle is real, friends!

With Passover and Easter being here I wanted to offer some strategies to help you navigate through these gatherings. Whether it’s the temptation of the holiday food and drink or the stress of family that leads to more binge eating, it’s always best to have a plan in place in advance. This helps to insure our success instead of just hoping for it. Below are a few helpful tips to keeping your mindset focused on healthy eating.

Decide in Advance

My best advice is for you to decide beforehand what you plan to do while there. Do you plan to stick 100% to your health plan or maybe allow a small piece of that apple pie? You get to choose. But, deciding in advance will definitely increase the likelihood that you don’t go overboard in the process.

Bring Along a Healthy Option

My number one strategy for these events is to offer to bring a healthy dish along so I know I’ll have something to eat that will keep me on track. It gives me peace of mind and others always enjoy it too.

Hydrate & Fuel Your Body Well

Another great trick is to hydrate well throughout the day (64-100 ounces) and to have a small healthy snack just before you head out so you feel a sense of control when you walk in the door instead of feeling ravenous. And finally, how about really making an effort to focus on the reason you are getting together with family and friends and make the holiday more about that than it is about what you’ll be eating while there.

About the Author – Jen Boss, Health and Wellness Coach

A former elementary school teacher and longtime stay at home mom, Jen started her health and wellness business in February of 2019 after tackling health goals of her own. 
With the guidance of a coach, support of a community, education and a simply structured nutrition plan, Jen helps people take their health back & empowers them to live their best possible life centered around what matters most to them. The intention is to make health a habit and dieting a thing of the past.