8 diet hacks to prevent weight gain during Christmas/New Year

Dec 24, 2025 etimes.in

Count your desserts

What's Christmas without cake! However, ration your desserts. For example, do not consume more than one cookie/one small piece of cake each day, and preferably in the first half of the day etimes.in

Go easy on alcohol

If you like to drink, stick to one small drink all day, and make sure you do not reach out for a second drink, come what may etimes.in

Protein first

Going out for a party? Eat your fill of protein at home, or the first thing at the party. This will prevent over-eating, and keep calories in control etimes.in

Portion control

You do not have to deprive yourself of any food item, just go easy on the portions. Stick to a small serving only etimes.in

Avoid mindless snacking

Stick to main meals only, and avoid mindless snacking. If you really need to, stick to some fruits, nuts, or some carrot, and cucumber sticks etimes.in

Indulge in activities without food

While festivals are all about food, indulge in other activities too-like some writing games, or even better, some outdoor activities! etimes.in

Hydrate well

No matter how much more/less you are eating, hydrate well, and even more than your usual days. And no, soft drinks and alcohol do not count as hydration! etimes.in

Do not skimp on exercise

Yes, finding the time will be difficult in the holidays, but aim for at least 30 minutes of brisk activity everyday, even if you can't hit the gym etimes.in

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