What to Do Every Hour of a Holiday Party to Avoid Weight Gain

Follow these tips round the clock to avoid holiday overeating.

What to Do Every Hour of a Holiday Party to Avoid Weight Gain

By Toni Gasparis

It’s that time of year – the time of lots of parties and the overeating that comes along with it. While the holidays can be an exciting time to see family and friends and have some fun, they can also cause a lot of stress for fear of gaining weight. Use these tips from Dr. Oz’s trusted experts to arm yourself with the hourly tools needed to make sure you get through each party this season without added guilt.

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When you arrive at the party, avoid the passed appetizers. Feller says that these appetizers can be a huge pitfall because the combination of small servings while socializing can make it hard to keep track of just how many appetizers you’ve had. If you really want to indulge, take control and fill a small plate with appetizers of your choice and limit yourself to only one plate. If there is a table of appetizers instead and you don’t want to feel left out, Dr. Caudle suggests filling up on vegetables, fruits, and other healthy snacks.

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