7 Foods to Avoid Before the Big Day

7: FOODS TO AVOID THE WEEK BEFORE YOURWedding You are what you eat. We've heard this a million times, but we were surprised to learn that certain foods even healthy ones can cause unexpected and unpleasant surprises. So, if you or your dress demands perfection, here is a list of foods that you'll want to avoid. Wedding Day 1SALT 3DAIRY Salt is delicious and essential, but a little too much can cause you to retain water which is terrible if your wedding dress has a snug fit. Avoid fast foods and processed food a day or two before the big event. Dairy products such as milk, butter, and cheese contain fats that can cause an upset stomach, especially if you're already anxious. The one exception is yogurt, but makes sure it's the kind that has live bacteria. This will make you digest more effectively. FATTY FOODS Avoiding fatty foods may sound like a no-brainer, but more than half of brides-to- ALCOHOL be try to lose weight before they tie the Alcohol can leave you swollen the next day. That combined with sulfur-bearing gases can make you feel less than celebratory, even if you just had a drink or two. If you and your bridesmaids are dead set on a blowout bachelorette party, make it a few days before the big day. Also avoid, artificial sweeteners, which often include sugar alcohol. While this won't give you a hangover, it can lead knot. If you have a hankering for a cheeseburger with an order of onion rings, indulgeat least a few days before your wedding, because fatty foods slow down digestion and can also tank your energy levels. CAFFEINE 6 to bloating and discomfort. Caffeine can give you a boost of energy but you don't want to risk having those effects of crashing at your reception! If you're a total coffee addict, try to wean yourself off the magic bean a week or two before your wedding. RAW VEGGIES Raw veggies while great for you body and waistline in general, can cause temporary bloating, because many vegetables contain a sugar that is broken by methane-producing bacteria. So swap out that salad with some steamed veggies; the cooking process breaks down the sugars. 7SODA Soda, carbonated water, sparkling wine: if it has bubbles, avoid it because that extra air will go straight for your stomach. For a SLEEK, SLIM, AND ENERGY-FILLED Wedding day, think full grains, lean protein, and low fat. Simple Bridal w ww.sim plybrid al.com FULFILLING DREAMS 7: FOODS TO AVOID THE WEEK BEFORE YOURWedding You are what you eat. We've heard this a million times, but we were surprised to learn that certain foods even healthy ones can cause unexpected and unpleasant surprises. So, if you or your dress demands perfection, here is a list of foods that you'll want to avoid. Wedding Day 1SALT 3DAIRY Salt is delicious and essential, but a little too much can cause you to retain water which is terrible if your wedding dress has a snug fit. Avoid fast foods and processed food a day or two before the big event. Dairy products such as milk, butter, and cheese contain fats that can cause an upset stomach, especially if you're already anxious. The one exception is yogurt, but makes sure it's the kind that has live bacteria. This will make you digest more effectively. FATTY FOODS Avoiding fatty foods may sound like a no-brainer, but more than half of brides-to- ALCOHOL be try to lose weight before they tie the Alcohol can leave you swollen the next day. That combined with sulfur-bearing gases can make you feel less than celebratory, even if you just had a drink or two. If you and your bridesmaids are dead set on a blowout bachelorette party, make it a few days before the big day. Also avoid, artificial sweeteners, which often include sugar alcohol. While this won't give you a hangover, it can lead knot. If you have a hankering for a cheeseburger with an order of onion rings, indulgeat least a few days before your wedding, because fatty foods slow down digestion and can also tank your energy levels. CAFFEINE 6 to bloating and discomfort. Caffeine can give you a boost of energy but you don't want to risk having those effects of crashing at your reception! If you're a total coffee addict, try to wean yourself off the magic bean a week or two before your wedding. RAW VEGGIES Raw veggies while great for you body and waistline in general, can cause temporary bloating, because many vegetables contain a sugar that is broken by methane-producing bacteria. So swap out that salad with some steamed veggies; the cooking process breaks down the sugars. 7SODA Soda, carbonated water, sparkling wine: if it has bubbles, avoid it because that extra air will go straight for your stomach. For a SLEEK, SLIM, AND ENERGY-FILLED Wedding day, think full grains, lean protein, and low fat. Simple Bridal w ww.sim plybrid al.com FULFILLING DREAMS