Top 10 Tips & Tricks for Surviving the Holiday Season

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For every glass of alcohol you consume make sure you drink a glass of water to keep yourself hydrated and in control.

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Rather than drinking full strength alcohol try a beer shandy or a white wine sprizter and save yourself half the calories.

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Make sure you eat before you head out so you are less likely to overindulge on party food or have too much to drink.

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There are a multitude of low calorie and low carb beers and wines to choose from these days to assist you in watching your waist line.

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Don’t allow other people to top up your glass especially if you are driving, ensure you know what a standard drink looks like.

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Avoid the Punch Bowl or the Slushie Machine these drinks a full of sugar and therefore calories and contain large amounts of alcohol.

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Try not to socialize around the buffet table – out of sight is definitely out of mind.

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Don’t succumb to peer pressure when it comes to drinking and food. Just because it is offered does not mean you have to eat/drink it.  Instead opt for healthy appetizers and sensible drinking.

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Don’t beat yourself up too much if you have a splurge on your favourite dessert or cocktail. Rather hit the gym the next day or go for a run instead to burn off those extra calories.

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Keep in mind there are no ‘quick fixes’ to weight loss, crash dieting before an event will only lead to bingeing down the track. Instead opt for a healthy eating plan and aim to move your body for at least an hour everyday.