Creating New Holiday Traditions After Weight Loss Surgery

 Getting Through The Holidays After Bariatric Surgery

After weight loss surgery, holidays can be one of the greatest challenges you face. These are the times when overindulging seems completely acceptable, and resisting all that delicious food isn’t easy.

It’s not helpful that most holiday traditions typically center around food. During Thanksgiving, all most people talk about is how the turkey tastes or how stuffed they feel after a feast. Christmas, Easter, and New Year’s Eve party share similar stories, with food bringing families together to create memories.

If you’re worried about derailing your diet during the holidays, it’s time to start creating new traditions that don’t center around the dinner table.

 

Holidays Don’t Have to Revolve Around Food

Though many holiday traditions involve food, there are plenty of other activities that have nothing to do with eating.

Take this time to start new family traditions that take you away from the kitchen. For example, instead of hanging around the kitchen while waiting for Thanksgiving dinner to be served, start a family football game tradition or do something crafty. For Christmas, go look at Christmas light displays, take in a holiday play or show, or go cut down your own Christmas tree.

The goal is to have other things to look forward to during the holidays other than food. Find something unique you can do for each holiday that can help take food off your mind.

 

Prioritize Portion Control

Even with new traditions, food will still likely be a major part of the experience. You must be prepared to prioritize portion control to stay on track to your weight loss goals.

Take small bites and eat slowly. Avoid filling your plate, or even better, opt for a smaller plate to prevent yourself from overeating.

You can still enjoy some of the best tastes of the holidays, so long as you do it in moderation.

 

Consider the Costs of a One-Time Indulgence

Many dieters try to “save” their calories so they splurge on the holidays, but this logic isn’t just flawed, it also poses long-term effects.

Breaking your diet “just this once” leaves you vulnerable to do it again. Eventually, you may find yourself allowing more leniency in other situations. Plus, when you go to a holiday party hungry, you’re more likely to overdo it on the calories.

Your best practice is to stick to your normal eating patterns. If you’re going to someone else’s dinner, find out ahead of time what they’re serving. If you don’t feel like the menu suits your new diet, plan to contribute a dish or two that fits your requirements.

 

Don’t Let Weight Loss Surgery Stop Your Holiday Traditions

Weight loss surgery doesn’t have to halt your favorite holiday traditions, but you will need to make some adjustments. This is part of the overall lifestyle changes that come with the surgery.

And if you overindulge once, don’t be too hard on yourself. Forgive yourself and make it a point to recommit to your goals and diet plan immediately.

 

Keep the end result in mind and you’ll be able to enjoy your holidays all the better.

 




Bariatric Guides & Information

The Importance of Protein After Bariatric Surgery
Why is Protein Important After Bariatric Surgery

The Importance of Protein After Bariatric Surgery

FDA Approval of Lap-Band 2.0 FLEX
FDA Approval of Lap-Band 2.0 FLEX

FDA Approval of Lap-Band 2.0 FLEX

What Foods Are In A Bariatric Diet?
what foods are in a bariatric diet?

What Foods Are In A Bariatric Diet?

Gastric Bypass Surgery: A Comprehensive Guide
Gastric Bypass Comprehensive Guide

Gastric Bypass Surgery: A Comprehensive Guide

Bariatric Surgery Pros and Cons: Is It Right For You?
pros and cons of weight loss surgery

Bariatric Surgery Pros and Cons: Is It Right For You?

Drinking Caffeine After Bariatric Surgery: What You Need to Know
Drinking Caffeine after bariatric surgery

Drinking Caffeine After Bariatric Surgery: What You Need to Know

What Foods Can You Not Eat Again After a Gastric Bypass?
What Foods Can You Not Eat Again After a Gastric Bypass?

What Foods Can You Not Eat Again After a Gastric Bypass?

6 Bariatric Surgery Scars and How to Deal with Them
how to deal with bariatric surgery scars

6 Bariatric Surgery Scars and How to Deal with Them

Bariatric-Friendly Foods: Essential Nutrition Post-Surgery
Bariatric friendly foods post surgery

Bariatric-Friendly Foods: Essential Nutrition Post-Surgery

How to Choose a Healthy Protein Shake as a Meal Replacement
the best protein shakes as meal replacements

How to Choose a Healthy Protein Shake as a Meal Replacement

Malnutrition: How To Avoid This Risk After Weight Loss Surgery
malnutrition after weight loss surgery

Malnutrition: How To Avoid This Risk After Weight Loss Surgery

Revision Surgeries after Bariatric Surgery
revision surgery after weight loss surgery

Revision Surgeries after Bariatric Surgery

More Info

What is a Bariatric Doctor?
What is a Bariatric Doctor?
November 23, 2023

What is a Bariatric Doctor?

Meal Replacements: 5 Reasons Why You Need Them
Meal Replacements: 5 Reasons Why You Need Them
October 16, 2023

Meal Replacements: 5 Reasons Why You Need Them

21 Bariatric Surgery Inspirational Quotes
Weight Loss Surgery Quotes
October 4, 2023

21 Bariatric Surgery Inspirational Quotes

The 10 Best Protein Shakes for Bariatric Patients
top 10 best bariatric protein shakes
October 4, 2023

The 10 Best Protein Shakes for Bariatric Patients

The Best Bariatric Vitamins: A Comprehensive Guide
best bariatric vitamins guide
October 4, 2023

The Best Bariatric Vitamins: A Comprehensive Guide

5 Possible Reasons For Your Weight Gain After Gastric Bypass
possible reasons for weight gain after gastric bypass surgery
October 3, 2023

5 Possible Reasons For Your Weight Gain After Gastric Bypass

Customer Favorites

Milk Chocolate Shake
Milk Chocolate Shake
Quick View

Milk Chocolate Shake

Price
$14.45
823
Cafe Mocha Shake
Cafe Mocha Shake
Quick View

Cafe Mocha Shake

Price
$14.45
724
Caramel Crunch Bars
Caramel Crunch Bars
Quick View

Caramel Crunch Bars

Price
$14.95
421
Chocolate Brownie Shake
Chocolate Brownie Shake
Quick View

Chocolate Brownie Shake

Price
$14.45
681
Frosted Lemon Meringue
Frosted Lemon Meringue
Quick View

Frosted Lemon Meringue

Price
$14.95
547
Chocolate Chill Mint Shake
Chocolate Chill Mint Shake
Quick View

Chocolate Chill Mint Shake

Price
$14.45
431
French Vanilla Shake
French Vanilla Shake
Quick View

French Vanilla Shake

Price
$14.45
504
BARS - 15g Variety Pack
BARS - 15g Variety Pack
Quick View

BARS - 15g Variety Pack

Price
$14.95
437
Proti Wafer SQUARES
Options
Proti Wafer SQUARES
Quick View

Proti Wafer SQUARES

Price
$14.95
125
Cinnamon Crisp Bars
Cinnamon Crisp Bars
Quick View

Cinnamon Crisp Bars

Price
$14.95
311