Have yourself a Mindful Little Christmas

Take your Time

This isn’t an episode of Ready, Steady, Cook. Take your time and savour every bite! Slowing down not only makes your meal more enjoyable but also gives your body a chance to send those all-important “I’m full” signals (which can take up to 20 minutes).

Pro tip: Put your fork down between bites or chat to your dinner companion. Food and conversation – what’s more festive than that?

Only Eat what you LOVE

There’s a lot of food at Christmas that’s just meh. Why waste your calories on the dry sausage rolls or the sweet at the end of the tin nobody bothers with…when you could save it for something you really love? Choose your festive favourites and skip the rest.

At Unislim, we’re all about balance. Treat yourself to that gooey brie or Nana’s trifle, but let’s leave the tasteless breadsticks to someone else. Focus on quality over quantity – your taste buds will thank you

Wait a minute or 20!

“Before you go back for round two, just take a minute.  Give your stomach a sec to catch up. You might realize you’re already grand and don’t actually need to go for  another roastie. But if you’re still starving? Opt for more meat or veggies instead. Protein can help keep you fuller for longer, so it’s a smart choice!

Hydrate.....yes please!

It’s that time of year when you might be enjoying a little tipple or two. So even more important to keep hydrated. Simply keep a glass or bottle of water nearby will be your secret weapon.

Alternate your drinks with water. One glass of prosecco, one glass of water – it’s like a fun little drinking game that your liver will thank you for. Plus, it keeps your skin glowing for those festive selfies. Hydration: the unsung hero of Christmas!

Don't be getting the Guilts!

Right, listen up – No food guilt allowed, okay? Christmas is for enjoying, not for turning into a calorie counter. If you want your mum’s roasties or that unreal Christmas pudding, you go for it! One indulgent day, or even a couple of them, won’t destroy all your hard work. At Unislim, we’re all about the 80/20 rule – it’s what you do most of the time that counts, not the odd treat here and there. So, enjoy your food, ditch the guilt, and remember – you absolutely deserve it!

And so.....

By not overdoing it now, you won’t wake up in January frantically Googling, “How to undo three weeks of bad decisions in 48 hours?” Instead, you’ll wake up feeling good, energized, and ready to hit the ground running in the new year.

Imagine starting January already a step ahead of the game – still enjoying the festivities but in control of your choices. That’s what mindful eating is all about.