Thanksgiving

How to Avoid a Thanksgiving Food Coma Naturally

Published on November 27, 2025 by LeeLeave a comment

Thanksgiving is meant to be cozy, comforting, and delicious — not the reason you end up stuck on the couch feeling heavy and drained. We’ve all had that post-dinner slump, but it doesn’t have to be part of the tradition.

At BeautyLeeBar, it’s never about restriction. It’s about supporting your body so you can enjoy every single bite and still feel good afterward. Think of this as your gentle Thanksgiving reset: simple habits that keep you balanced, light, and energized from the first plate to the last leftovers.

Here’s how to avoid the crash — and actually enjoy the holiday from start to finish.

1. Set the Tone With Gentle Morning Movement

A light walk, stretch session, or quick Pilates flow helps wake up your body, boost circulation, and support digestion before the festivities even start.

2. Eat a Balanced Breakfast First

Showing up starving is a guaranteed crash later. Start your day with a protein-rich breakfast to keep your energy steady and your appetite balanced.

3. Hydrate Throughout the Day

Sip water (or warm lemon water) through the morning and early afternoon. Staying hydrated keeps your digestion happy and helps prevent that heavy, sluggish feeling.

4. Build a Feel-Good Plate

Start with veggies, then add protein and healthy fats. Save your carbs for last. This simple order supports stable energy so you feel good long after the meal.

5. Slow Down and Enjoy Your Food

Take your time, chew well, and pause between bites. Eating mindfully helps your body recognize fullness and keeps you from slipping into that post-dinner haze.

6. Take a Short Walk After Dinner

A gentle 10–15 minute walk can help support digestion and keep your energy from dipping. Bring your family or friends and turn it into a sweet holiday routine.

7. Support Digestion Naturally

Small habits—like sipping digestive tea, taking magnesium before bed, or giving your stomach a gentle massage—can keep everything moving comfortably.

8. Listen to Your Body Without Guilt

Honor your hunger cues, skip seconds if you’re satisfied, and take leftovers home instead of forcing another plate. Feeling good is the priority.

Thanksgiving should feel warm, delicious, and enjoyable—not draining. With a few mindful habits, you can savor every bite and stay energized the rest of the weekend.

The information in this article is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional advice, including medical or health guidance. BeautyLeeBar does not provide medical services, and the views expressed here reflect the author’s personal opinions and experience. Always consult a qualified professional regarding any questions or concerns about your health or well-being. BeautyLeeBar is not responsible for any decisions made based on the content shared in this article.

Mindfulness Prompts for the Dinner Table This Thanksgiving

Published on November 22, 2023September 18, 2025 by LeeLeave a comment

This year, we’ve been intentional about living more in the present. This way of life has minimized the urge to constantly get ahead of ourselves and maintain a reputation that isn’t truly where we are in life. But when life gets busier, we often put our good intentions to be present on the back burner. So, as we approach the holidays, it’s important to carve out opportunities and intentionality to be more grounded with the people you love.

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We put together the ultimate list of in-depth table talk icebreakers that are sure to make your company think again and dig deeper this Thanksgiving. Take some time to bask in nostalgia, lament bygones, release anxieties, celebrate wins, gain accountability, and so much more with these prompts. Get to know family members and friends in a non-surface level way to create deeper bonding. These questions can be a form of group entertainment with cue cards or informally slipped into side conversations. Use this list of 30 conversation starters to increase mindfulness and presence this Thanksgiving.

30 Mindfulness Prompts to Share With Loved Ones

What are some things that make you feel at home wherever you are?
What’s been the peak of this year so far?
What problems do you have that are actually good problems?
What is something you can turn to for a good laugh?
What’s something that keeps you up at night?
What message would you give to your younger self?
What’s something you let go of that you wish you stuck with?
List some creative ways that you can connect back with family.
On a scale of 1-10, how are you doing mentally?
What is something that inspires you about [X]? Name a person.
In what ways can you better commit to your current goals?
What are some projects that you are interested in pursuing in your personal life outside of work?
What has been the lowest point of this year?
Name a privilege you have that you don’t take lightly.
If you could end one world crisis, what would it be? Bonus: What could you do in your life to work toward its resolution?
What’s one small thing you can do to feel more [X]? Example: healthy.
What’s something you’ve read or watched that changed your life completely?
What are some practices you use to get out of a funk?
What would be the theme song of your life at this point?
Name something you want to improve in the coming year.
To whom do you credit your present state of being?
Name something that was hard to say goodbye to.
What are some connections in your world that you can share with others?
What’s something you would love to learn more about?
What’s an experience from this year that you’d love to relive?
In what ways can you be a more supportive friend?
What’s an insecurity you deal with frequently?
List some ways you can practice self-care that complement your love language.
What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever received?
What’s something that’s changed about you over the last six months?

Cozy Outfits That Are Perfect for a Casual Thanksgiving

Published on November 19, 2020May 1, 2024 by Lee2 Comments

Listen, I get it: even those amongst us who get the most joy from cute clothes are pretty over anything but sweats this year. What started as wearing real clothes just for ourselves to work from home has turned into fatigue and prioritizing comfort over all else—and hell, I think we deserve that.

You don’t need me to tell you that this year, Thanksgiving—which usually serves as the holiday with the highest-stakes outfit planning and the runway for proving your family that you are, in fact, the most fashionable cousin—looks a bit, well, different. Most of us aren’t going to put on our usual Thanksgiving look to sit in the house with our immediate family at most, but that doesn’t mean you have to wear your old, stained sweats; we say that the strategy for this year is wearing cute sweats.

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LA VOUTE by Adrienne Houghton is our new place to shop. Below are the items that we purchased for Thanksgiving/Friendsgiving. Each luxe piece can be styled in six different ways that are perfect for feeling a little special on Turkey day, while also ensuring that you’ll be extra cozy. Bonus: there isn’t a pair of jeans in sight.

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THE SILHOUETTE BODYSUIT, $30

Ultra thin bodysuit feels like a second skin! In a flattering mocked neck style, this contouring bodysuit slims you in all of the right places — to make you feel confident, sexy and comfy.