Lovin' summer

It’s that time of year. 

The time where people start stressing about whether they still fit in last year’s swimwear, but already start thinking about how much weight they are going to gain over the holiday season, and preparing their new year’s resolutions to lose it all over again.
 
Christmas is ONE day! It’s OK to indulge in potato salad and roast beef and grandma’s delicious pudding for one day. It’s OK to treat yourself and enjoy the festivities with your family. (It’s also OK to enjoy the leftovers on the 26th!) You wont gain weight or suddenly become very unhealthy if you overindulge once, just don’t do it every day for the whole of December.
 
During the holidays people tend to be more sedentary, lounging with a good book or movie, chilling on the beach or next to the pool with sugary drinks or cocktails. The good news is, healthy living is not a punishment. Summer holidays is the best time to take up a new fun, active hobby. Try cycling or mountain biking, stand up paddle boarding, canoeing, long walks on the beach…

The food also doesn’t have to be boring and bland, summer is the season of exotic fresh produce, watermelons, peaches, berries, and so much more.
 
Here is a recipe for a delicious sparkling spritzer to celebrate summer. I will be posting more holiday recipes soon.

Summer holiday in a glass:
 
1 part sparkling wine or MCC (for a virgin option, switch for your favourite juice)
3 parts sparkling water
Watermelon cubes
 
Serve ice cold!

​Remember that alcohol IN MODERATION has health benefits. Moderate alcohol intake is 1-2 units per day for a male, and 1 unit per day for a female. As this spritzer is 3/4 sparkling water, 4 champagne glasses make up one unit, therefore it is a great way to stay hydrated and help moderate alcohol intake. Enjoy!