Tanya Says:

Chanukah parties are at night so during the day there is no reason not to be on track. 

During the day:

Eat regularly. 

Right before the party:

Drink 2 full cups of water. 

At the party:

• Buffet- Stick to the “one plate rule”.
• If you’re being served, it’s ok not to eat every course. 
• Stay busy! So that you’ll be less likely to take something you shouldn’t. 
• Bring a salad or a healthy dessert, maybe even flavored teas to sip slowly and change the flavor in your mouth.

Make a budget:

“Budget” BEFORE Chanukah starts so that you can have “controlled cheats”.

I usually say one donut and 3 latkes for the whole holiday.

Remember, the goal over the holiday is just to stay the same. 

We don’t expect you to lose, just try not to gain.

Finally, a friendly reminder: There are donuts available all year so don’t worry about missing out!

More Tips!

• Allow yourself a donut!
• Donuts do not replace snacks.
• Blot the oil off the latkes and count it as a starch by that meal.
• Don’t go to parties hungry!
• Think about the different parties you will attend and pace yourself accordingly. 

• Choose small portions of your favorite options. 
• Once you have eaten, throw out your plate and move away from the food.
• Be the one who brings the veggie platter.

• Chanukah goodies are around all year, so don’t feel like you have to stuff your face just because it’s Chanukah. 
• Treat yourself in moderation.
• Drink lots of water.
• Don’t overeat but if you do, get right back on track!

• Start eating a little later the day of the party so you don’t get there starving.
• Have a free soup or salad before you go.
• Ask the host what they’re serving and plan what you will have.
• Save your fruits for the night so u can eat them after.

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