As the wedding day approaches, expectations increase and with it tension, anxiety and stress as well. This whirlwind of emotions does not cause the same symptoms in all brides. While some relieve themselves by eating more than necessary, others lose their hunger.
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And both cases are not good. Those who find it easy to gain weight will gain even more weight and those who start not eating properly will begin to lose the vitamins necessary to maintain good health, becoming thinner, paler and with a bad appearance.
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The days leading up to the wedding are days full of rush and tension. That’s why it’s good for the bride to start observing whether these symptoms are already in full swing, whether she is eating more or less, to monitor herself, maintaining a good diet, so that on the day she is calm, invigorating and with a smooth appearance, without appear tired.
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Below are some tips for brides to stay in shape until their wedding day.
1. AS REGULARLY: For the bride to stay in shape until her wedding day, she needs to pay attention to her diet. She eats correctly so as not to harm her health. Always eat your main meals, breakfast, lunch and dinner and in between meals, have a healthy snack, eat fruit, drink natural juice.
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2. DECREASE SODIUM CONSUMPTION: sodium is a substance found in table salt. Excess sodium retains fluid in the body and swells. According to Dr. Dráuzio Vallera, each gram of salt contains 0.4g of sodium and for each 9g of salt what you ingest, your body holds 1 liter of water. If you suffer from those dark circles that form a bag under your eyes, you should avoid salt even more, as its excess makes it worse. Ready-made seasonings and sauces, mortadella, corn chips, sausage, frozen pizza, preserves, cheese, are examples of foods with excess sodium. As already mentioned in item 1, for the bride to maintain her shape until her wedding day, she needs to pay attention to her diet.
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3. CONSUME DIURETIC FOODS: Diuretic foods help eliminate excess fluids retained in the body, whether due to high temperatures or inadequate nutrition. By eliminating the excess, the swelling will go away and you will feel lighter and healthier. Therefore, for the bride to stay in shape, it is essential that she eats plenty of carrots, strawberries, chayote, beetroot, cucumber, tomato, melon, pineapple, lettuce, passion fruit and many others, there is no shortage of options.
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4. EAT PLENTY OF FRUITS AND VEGETABLES: The proper functioning of the intestine is essential to feel well and without bloating in the abdomen. Fruits and vegetables are rich in fiber, which makes the intestine work properly. But be careful, if you have gastritis or ulcers, avoid citrus fruits, such as pineapple, oranges, strawberries, as they cause stomach pain.
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5. AVOID GASY FOODS: These foods cause abdominal discomfort, causing pain and constipation, as they harm the intestine. For the bride to stay in shape until her wedding day, it is highly recommended to avoid soda, carbonated drinks, bread, cabbage and others.
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6. AVOID FAT FOODS: For the bride to stay in shape, she needs to avoid fatty foods, as they overload the stomach and cause poor digestion, causing discomfort and discomfort.
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7. DRINK WATER: water is essential for the proper functioning of the body as a whole. Improves skin, hair, regulates the intestines, keeps the body hydrated, providing general well-being for the body. Experts recommend a minimum of 2l per day.
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But, what about on the wedding day, how do you eat? After all, it’s a busy day for the bride and not everyone can enjoy a spa with all the comfort, adequate food, de-stressing massages and much more. Therefore, it is essential to balance your schedule with good food, especially since at the time of the wedding, the reception will take some time before the bride and groom can eat.
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Consider the tips below to look 100% on your wedding day.
8. AVOID TOO MUCH CAFFEINE: For the bride to stay in shape, she must avoid caffeine consumption or at least excess. If she is already a little tense, nervous, caffeine will make her even more so. In addition to being nervous, she will become electric and anxious, which is why she should avoid foods such as coffee, green tea, black tea, chocolate, coca cola, coca zero, energy drinks and others, to stay calm.
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9. CONSUME LIGHT FOOD: Close to the date and especially on the day, consume light and easily digestible foods, such as fruits, vegetables, natural juice, light soups, meat such as chicken or fish.
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10. Keep with you a bottle of water wherever you go, in addition to keeping you hydrated, it will help you eliminate any swelling at the end of the day.
