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Planning Ahead for Your Holiday Meal To Prevent Bloat
Thanksgiving is a time for family, gratitude and delicious food. But for those managing digestive issues, the joy can sometimes be overshadowed by the fear of bloating, discomfort or a flare-up. The holiday season shouldn’t mean sacrificing your gut health or feeling miserable after dessert.
At CRSSNY, our mission is to ensure you feel your best, especially during the holidays. That’s why we sat down with Grace Halleran-Macena to get practical, expert advice.
As a dedicated Colorectal Surgery Physician Assistant, Grace provides integrated nutritional counseling and expert guidance to help CRSSNY’s patients achieve optimal gut health and successful post-operative recovery. This year, we’re setting you up for success with three easy-to-implement tips that focus on smart eating, not deprivation.
Ready to enjoy your celebration without regret?
Here are 3 essential tips from CRSSNY’s Grace Halleran-Macena for maintaining digestive wellness and preventing holiday bloating.
- Build your ideal plate. Fill half of your plate with veggies, a quarter with protein, and a quarter with starch. Getting in that fiber will help you feel full, and ensure that you are getting the pre and probiotics that you need.
- Stay hydrated. Drink water and limit your alcohol intake.
- Listen to your hunger cues. Eat until you are full… then stop!
Bonus Tip: Get up and move your body after you eat.
This holiday season, remember that managing your colorectal health and comfort doesn’t require a complicated diet plan. By focusing on smart plate building, staying hydrated and honoring your body’s natural hunger cues, you can significantly improve your holiday digestion and avoid that heavy, uncomfortable feeling.
These tips are designed to be your pre-emptive Road to Relief this Thanksgiving. If you find that these adjustments aren’t enough, or if you are consistently struggling with bloating, abdominal pain or other digestive issues long after the holidays are over, it may be time to speak with a specialist.
Don’t let digestive discomfort become your holiday tradition.
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Schedule a Consultation: Contact us today to discuss your specific gut health needs and explore treatment options.
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Learn More: Visit our services page to read about our approach to chronic digestive issues and colorectal health.
