After the weekend (especially Super Bowl weekend) it is not uncommon for people to overindulge a touch, or a lot. After having a little too much Mexican dip and brownies at my movie night party over the weekend I woke up Sunday with a “junk food hangover”. I actually woke up thinking chips sounded like a fine breakfast idea. Totally gross I know. However, I have a fool proof plan for overcoming the all-too-common junk food hangover and getting back on track.
First, start your day with a gentle (yet filling) fruit smoothie. Mine contained 1 large banana, ¾ cup organic vanilla yogurt, 2 tablespoons of V8 Fusion, and as much fruit as I could stand (peaches, mango, strawberries, pineapple, and grapes). This little boost not only had a full day’s worth of fruit but also started my day off on a great note!
Next, make sure lunch is something super filling yet wholesome and healthy. I chose an Amy’s Texas Style veggie burger on a sandwich thin with pickles, roasted garlic hummus, arugula, tomato slices, and a touch of shredded cheddar. I had a beautiful bowl of fresh berries on the side. This meal was so flavorful even my carnivore hubs got in on the action!
Besides great food it is important to get back out there and get some physical activity. You need to burn off those extra indulgences from the night before! On Sunday I chose a 4 mile off road run. I rarely go off road in the evenings and I could get over just how beautiful everything seemed!
Finally, end on a good note! I had tons of water and made a healthy (yet yummy) sandwich to eat while I watched the big game. You can find the recipe HERE.
At the end of the day the best way to beat a junk food hangover is to remind yourself; today is another day. You can start fresh, eat clean, and get back on track!
How do YOU get back on track after over indulging?
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