If you're feeling particularly lethargic, here are nine suggestions to help you lose weight before Christmas.
There are lots of mince pies, beers, and chocolates in the run-up to Christmas.
It sometimes seems impossible to avoid the weight gain that comes with holiday celebrations.
A small modification here and there might make a big difference for folks who are feeling sluggish.
And, by taking care of yourself now, you'll be able to go all out in the New Year when you're rested and motivated.
More sleep is required.
We understand how difficult it is to find those crucial hours throughout the holiday season.
However, getting to bed early when you can – and calling it a night at a reasonable hour when socializing – may be beneficial to your health.
Researchers discovered that those who slept for seven to nine hours on most evenings had fewer hunger pangs.
"If people are less weary, they may be less tempted to eat sweet, energy packed foods," said nutrition expert Dr Wendy Hall of Kings College London. They also have fewer late-night munching options."
Increase your fiber intake.
To reduce weight, you don't need to make drastic dietary changes.
Simply increasing the amount of fiber in your diet by eating more fruits and vegetables, oats, barley, rye, pulses, brown rice, and lentils could make a significant effect.
"Eating plenty of fiber (often referred to as roughage) is related with a lower risk of heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, and bowel cancer," according to the NHS.
"Eating foods high in fiber makes us feel fuller, and a high-fiber diet can aid digestion and prevent constipation."
Take a stroll
When your schedule is crowded, you can't face going to the gym. During busy seasons, inspiration might be hard to come by.
If going to the gym feels out of reach, take long walks instead.
It still counts toward your weekly activity goals, which include 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise and two strength-training workouts, according to the NHS.
According to the health department, a quick walk helps "increase stamina, burn excess calories, and make your heart healthier."
Change the time you eat.
Intermittent fasting is something we've all heard of. The 16:8 diet is the most common variant, in which you only eat for eight hours a day while fasting for sixteen.
According to research, fasting does not always result in weight loss. It may, however, be more straightforward than reducing the portion sizes of each meal, and hence easier to maintain.
People on fasting diets did not lose more weight over an eight-week period than those on calorie restriction, according to an analysis published in the Annual Review of Nutrition, which looked at 25 research.
They did, however, maintain their 7% weight loss for a year.
Request a tall glass.
If you're going out for Christmas cocktails, request your drink in a big glass from the bartender.
When bartenders mix alcoholic beverages, according to a 2005 study published in The BMJ, the shape of the glass determines the size of the pour.
When attempting to measure one "shot," bartenders pour 28 percent more alcohol into broad "rocks" glasses than they do when mixing drinks in tall "highball" glasses.
Stick to a tall glass during the holidays to keep your calorie intake in check, and even better, learn about calorie-free drinks.
Make the switch to green tea.
Simply switch from your regular cup of tea to green tea for a healthier beverage.
China's favorite beverage is also one of the healthiest on the planet.
It may also help with weight loss, according to a study conducted by Canadian researchers.
In tests, people who drank green tea for 12 weeks lost 0.2 to 3.5kg more than those who didn't.
Researchers concluded that the additional weight reduction was "not significant" after analyzing all of the evidence.
Green tea, on the other hand, has a variety of components, such as caffeine and EGCG, that can have a dramatic effect on metabolism, according to Healthline, making it simpler to burn calories throughout the day.
Take care of yourself.
Consider that now is, in fact, the perfect time to let go a little before delving into a diet at the most difficult time of the year.
"If your health-related goals include weight loss, I recommend parking your weight loss expectations during a time of year that is historically tough on most of us for sticking to the original plan," Elizabeth Huggins, RDN, a registered dietitian nutritionist at Hilton Head Health, told Eat This Not That.
Drink plenty of water.
Have you ever heard someone remark that you're more likely thirsty than hungry?
If you don't drink enough water, they're probably right.
Dehydration can make you feel fatigued, sluggish, and irritable, all of which can make you want to eat more.
"The simple act of starting each day with 300-500ml of water is one of the easiest daily routines you can follow," writes leading dietician Susie Burrell in her blog.
"It's not only to rehydrate after a night's sleep, but it's also to get the digestive system rolling."
"Ice cold water, in particular, has been demonstrated to marginally enhance metabolic rate after ingestion."
Breakfast should be well-balanced.
Making a decent breakfast doesn't take much work, especially if you get into the habit of doing so ahead of time.
Breakfasts that are balanced and include a little protein, fat, and carbs, according to experts, are the best.
These will make you feel fuller and satiated for a longer period of time.
"Vegetables or sliced fruit served with your eggs; high protein, reduced carb bread that are generally produced with fiber-rich whole grains and seeds; and a serve of bran, oats, or fresh fruit that you can add to smoothies or Greek yogurt," Susie explains.
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