No Resolutions Necessary With Healthy Holiday Planning

You know how you feel really relaxed after Thanksgiving supper? All of the stress of the upcoming shopping suddenly doesn’t faze you at all? Many people suspect that the turkey has something to do with this feeling, and they’re probably right—the tryptophan found in turkey is largely responsible for the relaxing “food coma” feeling many people get. Other foods that contain tryptophan include nuts, seeds, tofu, fish, lentils, oats, beans, and eggs, and tryptophan can even be found in supplement form. While enjoying foods that are naturally high in tryptophan can help get you through the stress of the holidays, it’s important to choose healthy foods that actually help you to combat stress, rather than help you pack on the pounds. Don’t let the stress of the holidays become a burden, either mentally or physically. Going into the holidays with a plan can help you eat well and stay focused on your health goals. Read more…