The holiday season is all about celebrating, being with family and indulging in your favorite treats!  Here are some tips and tricks for battling those holiday temptations.

1. Buy smaller plates if you are hosting a get together. Using smaller plates makes us feel like we have more food on our plate.
2. Eat before you go to a party or out drinking. “Saving your appetite” for a big meal isn’t the best weight-maintenance strategy.  Eating meals with protein and fiber before going out will keep you fuller longer.
3. Going to a potluck? Bring your own health snack.  Try other’s dishes but know that you have your healthier dish to fall back on if you get hungry.
4. Choose tall and thin when pouring your drinks. People are more likely to pour less into a taller glass than a shorter one.
5. Freeze the leftovers for later. Food that is out of sight is less likely to be reached for when you are roaming the kitchen.
6. Drink up! on H2O. Drinking water makes people feel full and as a result they usually consume fewer calories.

https://greatist.com/health/ways-to-avoid-holiday-weight-gain