‘I Asked 4 Nutritionists How To Eat Before My Wedding—Here’s What They Said’

Pile on the protein

“Fill up on lean proteins, and veggies, while staying satisfied also with healthy fat like nuts, seeds, and avocado. The protein and fats provide satiety, which keeps you satisfied and reduces cravings, and the fat also helps your skin glow. Veggies are packed with water and fiber to keep you full, and their antioxidants are good for skin glow, too.” —Keri Glassman, R.D., founder of Nutritious Life

If you’re interested in losing a few extra pounds, now is the time 

“If you want to lose a few pounds, you can eliminate carbohydrates with dinner. Refined carbs like white rice, white bread, and white wraps can spike your blood sugar, increase cravings, and can turn into fat if you don’t burn it off. Cutting down on carbs and increasing protein can decrease your appetite so you end up eating fewer calories.” —Ilyse Schapiro, R.D., author of Should I Scoop Out My Bagel?

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Be good to your gut

“Incorporating natural diuretic foods into the diet (like asparagus or pineapple) can help reduce bloat and help you feel best on your wedding day. Eliminating or reducing your dairy intake is also a good idea. Dairy in some people can lead to bloat, gas, GI discomfort, phlegm, and in other people, acne from hormones. You can get all the calcium you need from non-dairy beverages and protein.” —Hunnes

“Probiotic assistance may help to take bloat away, but it can take a few weeks to get used to it and in that time, you may have a little gas as your body adjusts, so give your body a month to adjust. Don’t forget about probiotics’ buddy, prebiotics, either. Prebiotics help probiotics do their job—they are non-digestible carbohydrates found in foods like Jerusalem artichoke, bananas, asparagus, and whole grains. Having these prebiotic sources a month before may help with both sleep quality and stress management.” —Kirkpatrick