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Tips For Healthy Heart In Holiday Season
Tuesday, 15 December 2009 08:36 | Written by Christian Goodman
In the United States, Thanksgiving kicks off the holiday season. For most Americans, Thanksgiving is more of a gluttonous feast than a time for giving thanks. Turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes - and, of course, the pies. Pumpkin pie. Buttermilk pie. Pecan pie. It wouldn't be surprising if Thanksgiving kicked off the heart attack season as well as the holiday season. Sadly, that's exactly what happens.
In the United States, Thanksgiving kicks off the holiday season. For most Americans, Thanksgiving is more of a gluttonous feast than a time for giving thanks. Turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes - and, of course, the pies. Pumpkin pie. Buttermilk pie. Pecan pie. It wouldn't be surprising if Thanksgiving kicked off the heart attack season as well as the holiday season. Sadly, that's exactly what happens.
In 1999, Dr. Robert A. Kloner, MD, PhD, of the Heart Institute at Good Samaritan Hospital in Los Angeles found that heart attack deaths begin to increase around Thanksgiving, continue to rise through Christmas, peak on New Year's Day, and then drop off. The researchers concluded that overindulgence and emotional stress during the holiday season were behind what Dr. Kloner dubbed the "Merry Christmas Coronary" and "Happy New Year Heart Attack" phenomenon.
You can have a healthy, happy holiday season without overindulging. You don't have to deny yourself the pleasures of candy canes and eggnog - but you should set limits for yourself. This holiday season, give yourself the gift of health. Keep these heart healthy tips in mind:
1. Eat a light snack, such as an apple or a salad, before you go to family gatherings or holiday parties. This will help you avoid overeating.
2. You can try wearing tight fitting trousers to holiday meals. I know it seems silly but wearing a tight fit trousers will make you aware of how much food you eat.
3. If you're expected to bring food to a gathering, bring a healthy dish such as a vegetable platter with hummus dip.
4. Use smaller plates. This will help you reduce portion sizes. You'll eat less without even realizing it. And if you use a really tiny plate, you'll be forced to exercise each time you walk back to get more food!
5. Try to eat more vegetables and avoid high-fat foods and processed foods. It's okay to have a small slice of pie on special occasions. But eat your veggies first!
* Special holiday drinks like eggnog and apple cider can be very high in calories. Again, it's okay to treat yourself on holidays, but don't overindulge. Limit yourself to one glass.
7. Watch your alcohol intake, too. Dr. Kloner believers that changes in alcohol consumption patterns contribute to "Merry Christmas Coronaries." Set reasonable limits for yourself before you start drinking, and stick to those limits. And if you've been drinking, do not drive! You don't want to spend Christmas behind bars.
8. You can park your car far away from the entrance of the store to indulge in some walking. You can try to have walk with your friends and family after a holiday meal. The best thing to do is to play with the kids. And that will burn some calories off.
You can plan to get your shopping done earlier to avoid stressful situation at the store. You should also plan plenty of time for relaxation and holidays are meant for relaxation. Don't allow the stress to get the better of you. It can be extremely stressful during the holiday season.
You carry a risk of getting sudden heart attack if you already have high blood pressure and you should be very careful this holiday season. You should avoid stress, workout regularly and not to over eat. See these simple high blood pressure exercises to learn how to lower your stress and lower yours blood pressure naturally.
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by ChristianGoodman
In the United States, Thanksgiving kicks off the holiday season. For most Americans, Thanksgiving is more of a gluttonous feast than a time for giving thanks. Turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes - and, of course, the pies. Pumpkin pie. Buttermilk pie. Pecan pie. It wouldn't be surprising if Thanksgiving kicked off the heart attack season as well as the holiday season. Sadly, that's exactly what happens.
In 1999, Dr. Robert A. Kloner, MD, PhD, of the Heart Institute at Good Samaritan Hospital in Los Angeles found that heart attack deaths begin to increase around Thanksgiving, continue to rise through Christmas, peak on New Year's Day, and then drop off. The researchers concluded that overindulgence and emotional stress during the holiday season were behind what Dr. Kloner dubbed the "Merry Christmas Coronary" and "Happy New Year Heart Attack" phenomenon.
You can have a healthy, happy holiday season without overindulging. You don't have to deny yourself the pleasures of candy canes and eggnog - but you should set limits for yourself. This holiday season, give yourself the gift of health. Keep these heart healthy tips in mind:
1. Eat a light snack, such as an apple or a salad, before you go to family gatherings or holiday parties. This will help you avoid overeating.
2. You can try wearing tight fitting trousers to holiday meals. I know it seems silly but wearing a tight fit trousers will make you aware of how much food you eat.
3. If you're expected to bring food to a gathering, bring a healthy dish such as a vegetable platter with hummus dip.
4. Use smaller plates. This will help you reduce portion sizes. You'll eat less without even realizing it. And if you use a really tiny plate, you'll be forced to exercise each time you walk back to get more food!
5. Try to eat more vegetables and avoid high-fat foods and processed foods. It's okay to have a small slice of pie on special occasions. But eat your veggies first!
* Special holiday drinks like eggnog and apple cider can be very high in calories. Again, it's okay to treat yourself on holidays, but don't overindulge. Limit yourself to one glass.
7. Watch your alcohol intake, too. Dr. Kloner believers that changes in alcohol consumption patterns contribute to "Merry Christmas Coronaries." Set reasonable limits for yourself before you start drinking, and stick to those limits. And if you've been drinking, do not drive! You don't want to spend Christmas behind bars.
8. You can park your car far away from the entrance of the store to indulge in some walking. You can try to have walk with your friends and family after a holiday meal. The best thing to do is to play with the kids. And that will burn some calories off.
You can plan to get your shopping done earlier to avoid stressful situation at the store. You should also plan plenty of time for relaxation and holidays are meant for relaxation. Don't allow the stress to get the better of you. It can be extremely stressful during the holiday season.
You carry a risk of getting sudden heart attack if you already have high blood pressure and you should be very careful this holiday season. You should avoid stress, workout regularly and not to over eat. See these simple high blood pressure exercises to learn how to lower your stress and lower yours blood pressure naturally.
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