Why do we gain weight during the Guadalupe Reyes?

Maybe not all of us are very athletic people or fervent lovers of sports, however, one thing is certain, we all eagerly await a marathon: the Guadalupe Reyes. From December 12 to January 6, we all bring out the great abilities we have acquired throughout the year and demonstrate that no plate of tamales will ever win the battle against us. What’s the result of all this? Hundreds of clean plates, empty cups of atole and champurrado, and a triumphant weight gain that greets the New Year with guilt. Here are some reasons why we tend to gain a few “pounds” during this season: According to the Food Guide for the Mexican Population, the ideal serving of tamales per day is a scandalous quarter of a tamal. Really? That means we are consuming, on average, 10 times more than what the Ministry of Health recommends. The recommended average for moderate alcohol consumption is 4 drinks. During the Guadalupe Reyes, moderation goes on vacation to welcome excess. On average, 9 drinks are consumed per person during this season. When it comes to beer, it is recommended that consumption does not exceed 320 mm per day. (The good news is that with the cold, many of us don’t crave beer, right?). Speaking of beverages, not all of them contain alcohol, but that doesn’t mean they don’t add calories to the long list of culinary sins. The beloved ponche (yes, the one aunt makes with fruits and spices) is full of carbohydrates. In theory, a 340 mm glass should be enough per day. How many glasses do you usually drink at a posada? Continuing with drinks, we know that soft drinks aren’t very good for health, but once at the party, it’s possible to have one or two, or three cups. However, the recommendation is a quarter cup per day. (Really? That’s not even enough to mix with tequila). As a result of this gastronomic dissipating race, Mexicans gain an average of 3 to 6 kilograms. In less than 4 weeks, a record time to break the diet and indulge in the pleasures of Mexican cuisine. Save yourself a few pounds and a few hours of frustration in front of the mirror with these delicious and healthy recipes: Kale Chips Apple Chips Miraculous Fat-Burning Water Light Piña Colada