Make sure you feel your best on your big day by skipping these foods that cause bloating and other unwanted wedding crashers.
Photography by: Bryan Gardner
Wedding dress, check. Shoes, check. Makeup for
touch-ups, check. Tissues, check. The one thing most brides forget to
include on their wedding-day checklist? Something to eat! In all of the
hustle and excitement of getting married, it's easy to forget to bring
snacks to munch on while prepping for your big day. And though comfort
foods may seem the logical choice to calm those last-minute nerves, the
last time we checked nausea, bloating, and gas were not on your guest
list. Quell those hunger pangs with anything other than these
treacherous 10:
An insulin spike isn't on
today's menu… Save yourself for your cake, and grab some fruit instead.
One caveat: Bananas and grapes are both high in sugar," says Brad
Davidson, author of The Stark Naked 21-Day Metabolic Reset, fitness expert, and nutritionist. Better, low-fructose bets include berries, kiwi, and citrus.
2. Cheese
That cheese platter may seem
appetizing, but it can cause some not-so nice side effects. "Cheese
contains a heavy burden of hard-to-digest fat making it more likely for
you to experience nausea, bloating, and fatigue," says Davidson.
3. Caffeine
We all love a cup of
freshly-brewed coffee, but on your big day it may leave you feeling
jittery and anxious. If you have to stay focused, grab a small cup of
Joe or brew some herbal tea to calm your nerves.
4. Granola
Processed-granola bars can
contain as much sugar as a candy bar, (and without the energy boost you
hoped for). Instead, make a homemade trail mix filled with
protein-packed nuts and seeds to keep you feeling full.
5. Alcohol
Cheers! You should enjoy
Champagne and decadent cocktails, but hold out until the reception.
"Beer and carbonated beverages release carbon dioxide in the stomach,
which will result in bloating and belching", says Angela Onsgard,
Miraval Resort's resident nutritionist.
6. Spices
Beat the heat, and save the
spices for another day! "Eating spicy food may result in acid reflux or
heartburn. It can also contribute to bad breath," says Onsgard. And
that's not what you need for your first kiss as husband and wife!
7. Carbonated Beverages
Bubbly drinks
may seem harmless, but they can irritate your stomach. "Choose still
water or tea to prevent bloating," recommends Onsgard.
8. Cruciferous Veggies
Cruciferous
veggies such as broccoli, brussel sprouts, and bok choy are healthy, but
can stir up more than butterflies in your belly. "Be careful not to eat
too many raw vegetables in the couple of days prior to, and on your big
day, as the extra load of fiber can make you gassy if your digestive
enzyme levels are low," says Davidson, who suggests steaming your
veggies to "to reduce the stress on your digestive system."
9. Fried Foods
Rather than reaching for
fatigue-causing greasy foods, choose a salad with an oil-based dressing
to bolster your energy. "Avocados, coconut oil, and olive oil are a
safe bet to keep your blood sugar stable for long periods of time.
Yawning at the alter is not allowed," says Davidson.
10. Carbohydrates
What do dried fruit,
bread, crackers, and potato chips all have in common? An unhealthy
amount of carbs. "Many carbohydrate foods, especially those containing
high amounts of fiber, can result in gas production during digestion,"
says Onsgard. Instead, Onsgard suggests eating "easy to digest grains"
such as buckwheat, rice, quinoa, and millet, to increase digestibility
and reduce bloating.
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