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Slow Down and Enjoy Your Thanksgiving

November 25, 2015 By

By Matt Gentile

Thanksgiving is such a great holiday. Spending time with family and friends, watching your favorite sports team on the TV and of course, eating A LOT!  Turkey, mashed potatoes, green beans, warm buns, corn, squash, sweet potatoes, cranberry sauce, broccoli…makes my mouth water just thinking about it.

In the past I would have smashed Thanksgiving dinner down like competitive eater, Geoff Esper does in our #C21EatSlow video below, but this year I’m planning on turning a new leaf.

 

Instead of eating like it’s a competition, I’m going to actually try and enjoy my food, savor the conversation and enjoy the experience.  By spending more time focused on your friends and family you may increase the time between bites and maybe even enjoy the taste of your great Aunt’s green bean casserole.

How many of us have a tendency to eat like we may not eat again for a week?  According to WebMD,

It takes approximately 20 minutes from the time you start eating for your brain to send out signals of fullness. Leisurely eating allows ample time to trigger the signal from your brain that you are full. And feeling full translates into eating less.

The benefits of a healthy lifestyle are good from a personal perspective, as well as professionally.  Working out regularly and eating slower will go a long way toward maintaining a healthier weight and optimizing mental clarity.  Here are a few tips to help you get started.

  • To master the art of slow eating, put on some music, light a few candles, turn off the TV and any other distractions, and concentrate on your meal.*
  • Youcan have your cake and eat it, too — as long as you only take a few bites. Take a bite, eat it slowly, savor it, and do nothing but enjoy the flavor, texture, and experience of the delicious dessert. You will find that one or two bites give you the sweet indulgence without a lot of extra calories.*
  • Take 15 minutes to relax, recharge, and refuel. These minibreaks can help you relieve stress, too.*
  • Push away from the table, leave the second helpings on the stove, and drink a large glass of water.*

*WebMD – http://www.webmd.com/diet/obesity/slow-down-you-eat-too-fast

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5 Thanksgiving Space Savers

November 24, 2015 By

‘Tis the season to welcome your entire extended family into your home (including the twice-removed uncle you didn’t know existed until your mother invited him over). If you’re used to only hosting a small number of people at the same time, these helpful hacks will make your space go the distance during Thanksgiving.

  1. Make room for mingling. Hang some simple mirrors on the wall; they’ll give off the illusion of a larger room. Invest in some chic foldable chairs, and move seating towards the walls to make room for as much mingling as possible.
  2. Minimize mess. Make one signature cocktail for the night and serve them in pitchers or punch bowls. Clean as you go throughout the day so you’ll have more breathing room as dishes hit the sink.
  3. Aim high. Set your sights on hanging decor like festive lighting instead of tablescapes to make room for edibles.
  4. Ask for help. Ask each guest to contribute a dish. Be specific, though. You don’t want to end up serving three green bean casseroles and four interpretations of cranberry sauce.
  5. Take a break. Give the house a breather and take the party outside—head to the park for a post-dinner stroll or some football.

 

With these space saving hacks, the only extra space you’ll need to worry about is saving room for dessert!

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