Should You “Save Calories” to Eat More Later
So, here's the lowdown: Saving calories might sound good, but it's just another sneaky dieting trap. Our bodies need a consistent and nourishing flow of energy, not a sporadic feast-and-famine routine. It's like expecting your car to run smoothly on an empty tank.
👇🏻Which normally leads to this:
Saving calories is glorified version of the dieting and binge eating cycle.
🚫 Why this myth is unhelpful:
Especially during this season of more socialising and eating out, skipping meals or cutting out food groups won't make your experience better. In fact, it might make it feel more chaotic, leaving you less present and more focused on food than on enjoying time with loved ones.
🌟 What you could do instead:
Embrace balanced and satisfying meals: To avoid feeling like you are running on fumes all day, aim for 3 meals and 2-3 snacks per day.
Make a plan for your meals: Plan your meals ahead of time to ensure they are balanced and satisfying. This can help you avoid the last-minute decision to “save calories”.
Avoid being too hungry: The idea of saving calories often leads to starving yourself all day. Regular eating keeps you in a gentle hungry phase, promoting mindfulness and presence during social events.
Your body thrives best when it is nourished, not starved! Break free from the dieting and binge eating cycle by staying away from calorie-saving myths this festive season.
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