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Mindful Eating and the Joy of the Holidays

By Paulette Lambert, R.D., CDE, Director of Nutrition

November 27, 2009 - 6:00AM

Here come the holidays! They are a time for family, celebrations and, of course, eating. In an environment that has holiday treats in abundance, does it mean that we have to succumb to the dreaded weight gain? Is there a way to enjoy delicious foods and not gain those five pounds? You do have a choice. You can enjoy the holidays and avoid gaining weight if you practice mindful eating. This is more than just watching what you eat. Mindful eating is being more aware of how, when, and why you eat, not just what you eat. Yes, the holiday celebrations are laden with special foods that lead many of us to use the excuse "it's only once a year." The reality, however, is that most of us can have whatever we want any time of the year. Remind yourself there will be another holiday soon (Valentine's Day, for one). If you really crave something special, you can buy or bake it another time without waiting for the next holiday to come up on the calendar.

Staying Balanced During the Holidays

By Petra Beumer, M.A., Lifestyle Consultant

December 16, 2009 - 6:00AM

With the holidays upon us, you may find yourself having expectations of how "things should be." There is pressure to find the perfect gift, send holiday cards out on time or keep from indulging in too much decadent food. Staying balanced while still maintaining a sense of holiday cheer can be a challenge. It is important, amidst all of the chaos and confusion, to pause and ask yourself: Am I expecting too much of myself? Am I allowing myself to enjoy the spirit of the holidays? Am I feeling balanced?

Stay in shape over the holidays, California-style with Four Seasons Westlake Village

By Vaughn Kastor, MA, Exercise Physiologist

December 22, 2011 - 12:00PM

It’s the holiday season—hooray! What a great time to enjoy family, friends…and put on a few extra pounds. That’s right, why do you think we all make New Year’s resolutions?

Here’s an idea: make your promise a bit early and have it include fun and family time, mixed in with a bit of exercise.