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Staying Rested, Fueled and Healthy During the Holidays

By Melissa Halas-Liang, MA, RD, CDE, Super Kids Nutrition, 12/27/17, 12:00PM PST

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Think of all the things you can do with your family and friends besides eat. ... You can bond in other ways.

The holidays can be full of our most favorite activities: spending time with loved ones, practicing traditions, and–a popular one–eating amazing holiday foods! Sometimes we can get so wrapped up with shopping for gifts, visiting relatives, and creating special meals that our healthy intentions go out the window. We asked several knowledgeable dietitians for their advice on how to maintain balance and make the most of your holiday season.

Elizabeth Ward, MS, RDN, mother of three and author of MyPlate for Moms, How to Feed Yourself & Your Family Better, explains, “You may be tempted to skimp on shut-eye this time of year. Don’t. Tired people are irritable, distracted, and spacey — and often hungrier as well.

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