Diwali celebrations: How to avoid weight gainthis festive season

[Dinesh jain]

Worried about weight gain during festive
season? Here are some healthy tips to bail you
out.
Chirag Sethi, director of Battle of Bulges, doles
out tips to help people stay fit while you enjoy
the food fiesta during the festive season.

* Start by calculating and making your meal
plan for the day. If you starve the whole day,
the chances of bingeing and adding extra
calories are high. Be sure to eat in moderation
throughout the day.

* Avoid soft drinks when thirsty, have water or
coconut water instead.

* In case of overeating, compensate by cutting
calories the next day.

* Avoid having sweets right after meals as it
can increase the chances of weight gain.

* Those with the sweet tooth should indulge in
sweets in the morning as the liver's stores are
empty at this time and chances of gaining
weight are slim.

* Compensate for a skipped workout session
by walking more than you usually do or by
climbing a flight of stairs as opposed to taking
the lift.

* Keep some almonds handy, a full stomach is
the key to staying away from the calorie-filled
box of sweets.

Diwali celebrations: How to avoid weight gain this festive season