Overeating at one meal is not going to be the cause of a permanent weight gain. But, if you use that as an excuse -- and especially, all through the holiday season, then you will gain weight. You can't allow slipping to be an excuse to overeat the rest of the day, or the next day, or to skip exercise.
To start getting back on track this holiday season, download my free 10 Secrets for Holiday Diet Success Guide! (Download Free Ebook Now (PDF)), or get started tracking at the Calorie Count Plus site.
Have a Happy, Healthy Holiday Season! -- Mary
Mary Shomon, About.com's Thyroid Guide since 1997, is a nationally-known patient advocate and best-selling author of 10 books on health, including "The Thyroid Diet: Manage Your Metabolism for Lasting Weight Loss," "Living Well With Hypothyroidism: What Your Doctor Doesn't Tell You...That You Need to Know," "Living Well With Graves' Disease and Hyperthyroidism," "Living Well With Autoimmune Disease," "Living Well With Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia," and the "Thyroid Guide to Fertility, Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Success." Click here for more information on Mary Shomon.
This article includes information from Lynn Bode, CFT, a certified personal trainer specializing in Internet-based fitness programs. She founded Workouts For You, which provides affordable online exercise programs that are custom designed for each individual. Visit: workoutsforyou.com for a free sample workout.
