Are you troubled with all the weight gain during the holiday season? Winter seems to be a tough time for losing weight. Is it possible to avoid gaining weight during holidays? During Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year, delicious platters of food surround you and it can be difficult not to indulge.

It might be shocking to hear that people tend to gain up to ten pounds or more during Thanksgiving and Christmas. However, do not worry about the weight gain during this festive season. Here, we will discuss how to handle the holiday food temptation, calorie counting and yet, enjoying the holiday food treats.

Eat and Indulge but Avoid Overeating

When you get together with friends and family for thanksgiving and Christmas parties, try to avoid overeating. It is possible that you binge unknowingly. Hence, before beginning to eat, remember that you need to abide by some amount of portion control. With the tempting cookies or cakes in a tray front of you, sample one or two instead of all varieties. This is the beginning of counting calories and weight watching during Thanksgiving and Christmas.

Try making some sugar-free recipes for the holidays. Add honey instead of sugar and try having fresh fruit with dips. Make some homemade chocolate fondue and have it with fruits instead of cheesecakes or pastries. It will help you cut down on calories while enjoying a dessert for the festive times.

Calorie Counting for Christmas Buffet and Parties

Lunch and dinner for Christmas or New Year can be as elaborate as your Thanksgiving family dinner! Yet, you can still do some calorie counting and portion control. Instead of heaping your plate with food, have lots of fresh fruit or fruit juice and water before going for the buffet or party during Christmas. This will reduce your appetite and help you eat moderately.

While at the buffet, sample few of your favorite appetizers instead of eating all of them. For the main course, choose wisely and cut down on high carbohydrate foods. Instead of skipping all your holiday treats, cut down the portions of your food. Hence, you can eat all the items and yet do some weight watching.

Edible Gifts and Unhealthy Snacks during Holidays

You may be dieting but then, people tend to give edible gift baskets for holidays. These are mostly unhealthy snacks. Moreover, shopping during Thanksgiving and Christmas at the mall can make you very hungry. Now, stop yourself from picking up junk food at the mall. Opt for healthy items like low fat yogurt, fruit instead of fries and fruit juice instead of soda. These are simple tricks for weight watchers during holidays.

Well, apart from these tips and suggestions, make some time for exercise. Lift some weights, walk, run or bike during the holidays. Walk or bike to the nearby grocery instead of driving. It also encourages green living. Remind yourself about eating healthy and calorie counting. It is fine to enjoy the holiday tradition and eat your favorite treats. Keep a control on your portions and you can fight the fat this holiday season without much trouble!