Avoid 7 "Winter Weight" Pitfalls

Avoid 7 "Winter Weight Gain" Pitfalls

1. Comfort Eating from Boredom

Strategy: Keep fruit, popcorn, or herbal tea within reach and redirect with reading or stretching.

2. Skipping Meals

Strategy: Stick to regular, balanced meals to prevent nighttime overeating.

3. Relying on Processed “Vegan” Foods

Strategy: Choose whole ingredients—real food over frozen patties and packaged snacks.

4. Not Getting Enough Protein

Strategy: Add lentils, tofu, or tempeh to each meal for sustained energy.

5. Poor Sleep

Strategy: A consistent sleep schedule helps regulate hunger and mood.

6. Emotional Triggers

Strategy: Pause before snacking; journal, walk, or call a friend instead.

7. All-or-Nothing Thinking

Strategy: One indulgent meal isn’t failure. Simply start fresh next time.

Dr. Jean