How to live the patriotic month without gaining weight?

In September, we celebrate the patriotic festivities in Mexico. Throughout the month, Mexican snacks, traditional sweets, and beverages dominate the menus in homes across the country. However, if you’re not careful, this isn’t the only thing that could arrive at your house. If you don’t want to gain a few extra kilos from the celebrations, check out how you can enjoy the patriotic month without gaining weight. Meal Times Try not to have dinner too late. We know that in Mexican nights, food is often served late, but it’s necessary to make an effort to maintain healthy schedules. If you have a party (and you know that dinner will be ready after 10), have something light at home. This way, when the food is served, you will only eat a little. Alcoholic Beverages Keep an eye on your alcohol consumption. Don’t forget that drinks also add calories to your diet. Avoid creamy drinks, but especially sweet ones. Sugary cocktails have a lot of calories. Would you like to enjoy an alcoholic drink without adding unnecessary calories? Here you will find a list of drinks you can have without leaving your diet. Snacks and Appetizers At every Mexican celebration, a plate of tortilla chips with beans, guacamole, chicharrón, potato chips, etc. is always served. Our recommendation to avoid gaining weight during this time is not to overindulge in snacks. Serve yourself a small portion on a small plate and avoid eating directly from the central platter. This way, you can better measure how much you eat. And very importantly, before you start snacking, ask yourself if you’re eating out of habit (because the food is there), anxiety, or hunger. If you find it’s for the first two reasons, it’s better to stop. Self-Control We’ve reached the time of year when celebrations happen one after the other. If you are someone who indulges at every party “just because it’s the patriotic month,” you will likely end up at the end of February with several extra kilos. Yes, it’s important to celebrate Independence, or Day of the Dead, or Candlemas, but these are not excuses to overeat. Pay attention to what you put on your plate, control the portions, and enjoy traditional dishes in moderation. It is possible to enjoy the patriotic festivities without gaining extra kilos by the end of September. Apply these tips at home and let us know how they work for you. For the patriotic month, we recommend these exquisite recipes: Cochinita pibil from Yucatán Simple chiles en nogada White pozole from Guerrero Charro beans from Jalisco