8 ways to avoid holiday weight gain

8 ways to avoid holiday weight gain

December is a dangerous month for those of us trying to eat well and maintain a healthy weight. Find out how to make it through the holiday season unscathed

By Meredith Dault

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6. Watch what you drink

Though a little tipple may be nice at a holiday party, be mindful of how much you drink. Not only is alcohol high in calories, it can also stimulate your appetite. Lynch recommends starting out with a glass of sparking water or a diet soda before moving on to the booze, then alternating alcoholic beverages with water as the evening progresses. And watch what you’re drinking, too: a glass of eggnog, for example, has many more calories than a glass of wine.