8 ways to avoid newlywed weight gain

8 ways to avoid newlywed weight gain

Being a newlywed can be stressful, but it doesn’t have to mean weight gain. Prevent the dreaded love chub with these simple tips

By Stephanie Gray

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4. Try buffet dinners

One way to enjoy the same dinner as your husband without preparing completely different meals is to separate your protein, carbohydrates and vegetables and both people can portion out the serving they want. “It’s easier than say making a casserole because that’s harder to divvy up if you don’t want a particular item,” explains Maughan. This way if you’re husband needs extra carbohydrates because he’s exercising a lot and you don’t want any, it’s easy to avoid.