"The Secret To Healthy Indulging Over The Holidays" - Sheila Dougherty

The holidays are approaching, bringing with them presents, parties, and pies – and potatoes, yams, cookies, and cocktails; ‘tis the season to indulge. Brittany Craig, MS, RD, CDN, clinical dietitian at Mount Sinai Downtown-Union Square gives advice on how to enjoy the bounty without going overboard. “I don’t like to tell people during the holidays to not eat their favorite special, traditional foods. But I like to tell people just to keep it in moderation; be mindful of the food that are really calorie-packed and fatty, like creamy casseroles and really sweet dishes. Be mindful that those are special treats and shouldn’t be overdone.” She added that sometimes people are hard on themselves because they feel like they’re going to stick with their regular exercise routine, and it’s almost impossible sometimes during the holidays. “Maybe when you’re with your family and friends during the holidays, suggest everyone goes for a walk after a meal or play a game outside. Even just squeezing in 10 minutes of a quick exercise or yoga session is better than nothing and it’ll be good for your body.”

- Brittany Craig, MS, RD, CDN, Clinical Dietitian at Mount Sinai Downtown – Union Square

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