10 ways to avoid holiday weight gain

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It can be especially hard to avoid extra pounds when there’s holiday food everywhere you turn. Stick to the basics of healthy eating so you can make it to the new year without regrets.

1.  Drink more water: Drinking water before you eat may help you feel fuller and eat less.

2.  Skip the soda, hot cocoa and high-sugar coffee drinks: Replacing sugary drinks with water can help you lose weight.

3.  Get exercise: Even just a few minutes a day has health benefits and can help you burn calories.

4.  Eat fruits and vegetables: These foods are generally packed with nutrition and low in calories.

5.  Get enough sleep: Lack of sleep can cause more cravings for unhealthy foods.

6.  Listen to your body: Stop eating when you start to feel full, not when you’re stuffed.

7.  Start with small portions: Start with smaller amounts of food on your plate, and wait to see if you need more later.

8.  Keep a food diary: This helps you get a clear picture of what you’ve eaten.

9.  Don’t eat and watch TV: This can lead to mindless eating and consuming too many calories.

10. Build muscle: Muscles help your body burn more calories, even when resting.

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