How to Eat on New Year's Eve?
New Year is a time of hope and happiness. Dr. Taşkale from Altınbaş University Medical Park Hospital has advised on avoiding issues during New Year's due to excessive consumption.
Carefully prepared, the countdown to welcoming the new year with our loved ones at New Year's tables featuring delicious dishes is nearing its end. The symbol of hope and abundance, the risk of negatively affecting our health with excessive food and drinks on New Year's tables should not be overlooked. On this special night, in order to protect our health, Dr. Mustafa Gürkan Taşkale, an Endocrinology and Metabolism Specialist at Altınbaş University Medical Park Bahçelievler Hospital, provided advice and issued warnings.
Dr. Mustafa Gürkan Taşkale emphasized the importance of maintaining a balanced diet not only on special occasions but also consistently for a healthy lifestyle. Noting that everyone's metabolism is different, Dr. Taşkale recommended paying attention to individual health conditions, dietary preferences, and activity levels, especially on days like New Year's when indulgence in food and drink is likely.
Dr. Mustafa Gürkan Taşkale listed his recommendations for healthy eating both on New Year's tables and in general:
Balanced Nutrition:
Plan your meals in a balanced way, aiming to include all food groups in your diet. Create a menu that contains protein, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, and minerals.
Portion Control:
Avoid large portions. If you want to try different flavors, balance can be achieved by taking small amounts.
Drink Plenty of Water:
Especially on New Year's Eve, the consumption of alcoholic beverages and salty snacks may increase. Therefore, make sure to drink plenty of water. Remember that alcohol can cause dehydration.
Don't Neglect Vegetables:
Include colorful vegetables in your menu. Steam cooking is preferred to preserve both flavor and vitamin content. This can increase your intake of vitamins and fiber.
Include Protein:
Include protein sources such as meat, chicken, fish, and eggs in your menu. This increases the feeling of fullness and is important for muscle health.
Be Mindful of Sweet Consumption:
Always avoid excessive consumption of sweets. Among sweet alternatives, fruits, dried fruits, or sweets with low sugar content can be chosen.
Eat Slowly:
Eating your meals slowly can improve the digestion process and increase the feeling of satiety.
Consume Alcohol in Moderation:
If you consume alcoholic beverages, be moderate. Excessive alcohol consumption can harm weight control due to its high calorie content.
Watch Snacking:
Snacks that can be consumed heavily on New Year's Eve are often high in calories and sugar. For this, choose unsalted nuts. Healthier snacks such as fresh fruit or vegetables should be preferred.
Take a Walk:
A short walk should be taken after the meal. Walking accelerates digestion and helps a person feel generally good.
The First Day of the New Year:
Get enough sleep the day after New Year's. Opt for a light breakfast. Continue with daily exercise and walks. Consuming vegetable dishes and plenty of fluids in meals will help rest the metabolism.