Holiday Balance: Party Plates & Chill

Why it matters (quick science): Balanced plates manage glucose swings; steady meals reduce late-night raids.

How to do it (3 steps):

1. Anchor meals (don’t “save up”).

2. Party plate: ½ colour, ¼ protein, ¼ favourite carbs—plus a dessert you truly want.

3. Hydrate between plates.

5 Ready-to-Go Moves:
💡 Pre-party snack: yogurt + fruit
💡 Plate once, sit, chat, enjoy
💡 Water or seltzer between courses
💡 Dessert on purpose (pick one fave)
💡 Short walk or stretch after

Troubleshooting:

• “Food pushy relatives” → “Everything looks great—I’m pacing myself!”

• “All week treats” → choose a daily dessert window.

Checklist:
✔️ Don’t skip meals
✔️ Party plate ratio
✔️ Water between plates
✔️ Move a little after

Mini-Guide (save/share):
Holiday formula: Eat regular meals + balanced party plate + chosen dessert.