A few days ago, we told you about the holiday foods you can enjoy (almost) freely without gaining a single gram. Today, we’re shining a light on the worst offenders at the festive table — the ones that are too fatty, too sugary, too salty, or sometimes all of the above!
Escargots
Those of us who love escargots will tell you: it’s nearly impossible to resist this classic festive dish! Yet while the snails themselves aren’t particularly high in calories, it’s the garlic butter they’re usually bathed in that can tip the scales… Stick to 3 or 4 snails, and resist the urge to mop up the sauce with bread! Better yet, swap them for oysters as a starter — a lighter holiday option.
Foie gras
The name says it all… Foie gras is rich — very rich! And since it’s almost always served with bread, chutney or even butter, it’s definitely one of the worst holiday foods if you’re watching your waistline. Try swapping it for a lighter tuna rillette instead — just as indulgent in spirit, but far kinder to your figure.
Sauces of all kinds
Garlic butter with the escargots, mayonnaise with the prawns, creamy sauce with the turkey, chocolate coulis on the yule log… Watch out for these festive accompaniments! If you’re not careful, they can send your calorie count soaring in no time. Keep them to a minimum and try replacing them with a simple squeeze of lemon juice instead.
Alcohol — one of the worst holiday foods
Liqueurs, digestifs, sweet wines, fruit cocktails… Alcohol is loaded with sugar, so on top of guaranteeing a pounding headache the next morning, it’s no friend to your figure. If you want to treat yourself, go for a glass of brut champagne — one of the least caloric options — and stick to water for the rest of the meal.
The traditional yule log
The classic yule log — the one made with cream and rolled sponge — is undeniably delicious, but it’s also packed with fat and sugar! Try finishing your meal with clementines instead, or, for a more indulgent yet lighter alternative, a slice of sorbet-style frozen yule log.
Of course, you’re absolutely allowed to indulge in these foods over the holidays… Just be mindful of portions and balance them with healthier choices!
If you want to keep taking care of your figure through the festive season, there’s a simple trio to keep in mind: physical activity, a balanced diet, and cupping massage with your CelluBlue Cups. And if you’d like to go further, the 14-day anti-cellulite programme is also worth a look! It combines 13 actives across the capsules and drainer in a 14-day routine. Find out more right here.
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