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Christmas party weight loss tips

Want to make sure you fit into your LBD? Then follow our weight loss tips and advice on how to avoid putting on weight over party season and Christmas.
By Julie Powell
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Don’t arrive ravenous

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Before leaving the house, eat a small protein-packed snack such as a yogurt, a few nuts or a glass of milk to help keep hunger at bay.

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Practice portion control

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You can eat what you love, just not a lot of it. You’ll feel more satisfied indulging in a small mince pie, say, than eating just salad.

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Limit your choices

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Choose the three to five dishes that are the most appealing. Fill your plate with small tastes of these things, and skip the other items on the buffet (or fill the rest of your plate with leafy salad).

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Keep Your Hands Occupied

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Carry a clutch bag in one hand and a glass of sparkling water in the other, and you’ll limit your chances of unconsciously snacking on party fare.

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Sit down

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When you’re standing and chatting while eating, it’s difficult to keep tabs on how much you’re eating. If possible, sit down at a table (preferably far away from the buffet) and be mindful of what you are eating.

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