Vacations are meant to be a change of scenery and routines. Recently I spent a week in Punta Cana, I enjoyed the gorgeous beaches and refreshing pool with my boyfriend and friends. My mind felt at peace while I felt the motion of the waves in the Ocean. However, it was certainly a challenge to upkeep my eating habits. The resort was all inclusive meaning unlimited choices of food. I managed to eat my fruits and vegetables, guzzle lots of water and stick to small portions. The downside about the food is that you can definitely tell everything is drenched in sauces and tons of salt to ensure good taste. My stomach was not used to all the added stuff on top of my vegetables.
I do admit that I am a crazy sweet tooth. I couldn't help but try the desserts because I knew it would be regretted. Also, the all you can drink part of the package only added to my bloated feeling. No one is perfect including myself. Coming home I really felt like crap. My stomach was bulging and I felt sluggish. I truly missed the way I ate when at home. For next time, I would want to only stick to dessert once a day and limit myself to only two drinks a day.
As I'm writing this I'm enjoying a wonderful snack of carrots and a tbsp of hummus. Oh how I've missed eating healthily :)
How To Get Back Into the Healthy Groove Post-Vacation
- Remind yourself of the feelings that good eating brings to your body
- Drink plenty of water, and add lemon to bring down bloating
- Eat lightly
- Eat fruits and vegetables that contain lots of water (watermelon, lettuce) to alleviate bloating
- Go for a run, dance to your favorite music or hit the gym to get your metabolism up
- Nourish your body with an exfoliating wash
- Rehydrate your face with a yogurt, honey, and brown sugar scrub
