Select a fruit pie for dessert instead of pecan pie or a dense chocolate torte. Eat the filling, but don t finish the crust. For a pie topping, try nonfat frozen yogurt or low-fat whipped topping instead of ice cream or whipped cream. Increase your activity level beforehand. Put in some extra exercise time the week before Thanksgiving.
Many people recommend taking a walk after dinner, and that s a great idea.
But if you can manage it, try to exercise or just take a brisk walk shortly before dinner. Vigorous exercise actually suppresses appetite for an hour or two immediately afterwards. This information is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat a health problem or disease without consulting with a qualified healthcare provider. Please consult your healthcare provider with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your condition.