Surviving the Holidays

Tips for Weight Loss Surgery Patients

Presented by L.A. Bariatrics & Marina Del Rey Hospital

Worrying about the holidays?

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The holidays are almost here, and it’s a time of year that

traditionally involves spending time with loved ones as well as

engaging in one of America’s greatest pastimes, EATING.

For most people, holiday memories are tied strongly to

traditional dishes and treats – turkey and ham, stuffing,

mashed potatoes, and pie.

But for those who have had weight loss surgery, or even if you

are simply trying to be conscious of your health and weight, it

is important to STEP BACK and think about the holidays from a

different perspective. Here are five ideas not only for survival,

but for success this holiday season.

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Holiday Survival Tip #1

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Reflect

Rather than get caught up in the

hustle and consumerism of the

season, I stop and ask yourself

what you truly want from the

holidays. For some it may be

spending time with those they care

about, for others it may be to take

time for oneself.

Holiday Survival Tip #2

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Allowances

Don’t tell yourself you will never

be able to eat your favorite foods

again. The bottom line is that long

term success with weight loss is

about quality and quantity. Allow

yourself to savor each and every

bite, and remember portion

control.

Holiday Survival Tip #3

Stay Active

Sticking to your exercise

routine will help you to

indulge without feeling

guilty, and will allow you

to get through the

holidays without losing

your hard-won progress

on your weight loss.

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Holiday Survival Tip #4

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Create

Spend some time researching new

bariatric friendly recipes. You

might really enjoy the process, and

it’s also an opportunity to

introduce some healthy

alternatives to friends and family.

Holiday Survival Tip #5

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Plan Activities

Most holiday time is spent around

the kitchen and the dinner table,

but don’t be afraid to change it up.

Create some fun activities your

guests can engage in. Don’t be

afraid to create a new tradition

that gets everyone laughing,

moving and having a good time.

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Happy Holidays

From our L.A. Bariatrics Family

to yours!