9 ways to celebrate St. Patrick's Day without ditching your weight-loss goals
So you can stay on track—and in the spirit!
These 9 tips will help you enjoy the day without racking up over-the-rainbow Points® values.
1. Join the fun.
Instead of sitting on the sidelines, march in the parade! Either join a group that's walking or march to your own beat.
2. Play games with green.
Start your own tradition: Every time someone around you mentions green, tack on an additional push-up or an extra minute of cardio to the next day's workout.
3. Look for leprechauns.
Taking a hike in the spring weather can be an excellent way to see some natural greens. Pack a lunch and hit the trails.
4. Swap green beer for green tea.
Besides all of the added health benefits, drinking green tea puts you in your own holiday spirit — a relaxed one.
5. Make a festive plate.
Celebrate by eating all the verdant veggies you can get your hands on: spinach, broccoli, green beans, lettuce.
6. Go in search of luck.
Weather permitting, get outside and into the grass to hunt for four-leaf clovers.
7. Throw a party.
Invite friends to your place and require that each bring a healthy dish. With you in control of the food and the drink, it won't take any luck to get you through the holiday.
8. Keep things fun.
Use green food-coloring to make healthy and festive snacks for you or your kids. Low-Points green milkshakes, anyone?