LOSE WITH THESE EASY EXTRAS

Sometimes the best gifts come in small packages. So this time of year, don't stress about attempting major dietary overhauls.

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Instead, gift yourself with simple, small “tools” proven to help make weight loss easy-breezy.

In addition to the turmeric and berberine that helped Barb Campbell lose 75 pounds, these four supplements and sips can help you enjoy weight loss during this festive, food-centric time. Simply add them to your usual routine and enjoy the nostalgic, comfort foods you want to eat this season.

4 more holiday helpers

• Green tea for belly bloat

This is a go-to for dieters, thanks to the compound EGCG. Michelle Schoffro Cook, Ph.D., says, “EGCG alone is estimated to boost fat burning by more than 70%!”

It works like a Swiss army knife. Cook says, “EGCG increases the rate of fat burn, activates fat-burning genes, improves insulin use and reduces cravings for unhealthy foods that can cause weight gain.” Talk about working overtime!

What's more: It can tackle tummy troubles. Leaky gut syndrome is a condition where junk food and artificial sweeteners can inflame and weaken the lining of the gut, causing pain and bloating. But polyphenol compounds in green tea help heal GI issues, according to prelim research in the