DRINK & STILL SHRINK

Raise a glass during the Christmas celebrations without sabotaging your waistline

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Busy festive calendar full of boozy socialising? From work parties to get-togethers with friends and family and, of course, the big day itself, avoiding a tipple or two can feel impossible during the holiday season. In fact, 61%* of drinkers admit to overindulging during December. Worried sugary cocktails will tip your scales in the wrong direction? Luckily, there are plenty of tweaks you can make so you can enjoy a drink without derailing your good intentions. Here, our experts reveal how.

EAT FIRST

It's tempting to reach for highly saturated crisps, chocolate or fatty takeaways during or after a night out when you've been drinking. To lower temptation and to slow down alcohol entering your system, eat properly before you go out. Opt for protein, such as meat, fish, eggs and dairy, as this will keep you fuller for longer, helping to curb those alcohol-fuelled cravings.

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