For those of you who felt guilty for eating unhealthy at your Super Bowl Party, today is a new day!  Here are some tips for getting back on track. 

My suggestion is take a minimum of 20 minutes of exercise of any type, walking, running, biking, gym time etc. Try to eat some protein such as grilled turkey breast or chicken, unsealed tuna, water, grilled fish etc. 

Decrease your carbs using portion control. I measure and weigh my food. If you don't have a scale, you can use a measuring cup. Some healthy carb choices would be 1/2 cup of brown rice, 5-6 ounces sweet potato, a nice big green salad with a cup of various veggies. I use balsamic vinegar which is a free dressing with nothing added to it. You can squeeze a lemon or lime in your salad which is also a free food. If you like dressing, we use portion control in my family - measuring 2 tablespoons.

Another way to eat healthy is reading labels and use the portions provided. I try to find foods low in fat and sugar. If you enjoy fruit, most people think it's a healthy choice, and it is if you also use portion control. Fruits that are good options include a cup of blueberries, a cup of strawberries, a medium size banana or apple, a whole grapefruit. I like to put cinnamon and Splenda on my fruit. A low fat Greek yogurt is a wonderful choice to go with a meal.

In my family, if we eat a more unhealthy meal than usual such as Mexican food, the next day I make grilled fish or chicken measuring 5/6 ounces and a steamed vegetable of any kind with brown rice or a sweet potato.  My children take a bike ride or a walk around our block to stay fit and healthy. We try to tell stories to make us laugh and help to realize not to feel guilty but to feel proud of what you have, who you are, and who is a positive influence in your life. It's ok to cheat with an unhealthy meal but it's never too late to get back on track and continue to pursue your goals.

Don’t let diabetes prevent you from having a great time at events like super bowl parties!