7 health tips to help avoid your festive cravings

1. Eat smart

Food tables at parties have healthier options. Always go for veggies dipped in hummus or salsa, fruit salad, nuts, or sushi.

2. Don’t skip breakfast

The first meal of the day is the easiest, lightest, and healthiest. Also, eating breakfast reduces the chances of overindulging later in the day.

3. Healthy swap

Try choosing dishes with whole grains and replacing your fries with extra veggies or salad. Also go for grilled or baked over fried or battered.

4. Eat before heading out

Having a healthy or light meal before heading out for a party will ensure you do not feel hungry and end up overeating.

5. Drink water instead of drinking calories

The easiest way to reduce your calorie intake is by choosing refreshing drinks with lemons and cucumbers instead of drinking soda, juices, or alcoholic drinks.

6. Eat slowly

While gathering, focus more on socializing rather than eating. Eating slowly avoids overeating by allowing your body time to know when you’ve had enough.

7. Avoid late-night meals

After every hour past your dinner time, your metabolism tends to get slower, which leads to weight gain. Avoid eating heavy items in your celebratory mood.