Another cookie won't hurt you, right? Well, did you realize that one little cookie a day for a month can add an extra pound to your weight? Avoiding all of the tempting treats and decadent feasts in an attempt to stick to your weight loss goals can definitely be a challenge during the holidays but here are some tips that might help.

Try not to skip meals. If your goal is to be constantly grouchy and to feel tired and hungry all the time, then this is the best formula to follow. If you think skipping a few meals can make up for your intentions to splurge on those tasty holiday meals, you are dead wrong! It is far more probable that you will eat much, much more during this special season, and by doing so, you will probably consume many more calories than you would have in the first place.

Eat Before the Party. It is a good idea to snack before the party, and select a high fiber meal. A diet high in fiber can make you feel satiated and so there is less chance of binging on those delicacies during the holiday season.

Keep away from the buffet table, if possible. Try to avoid those tasty looking dishes if you feel like your willpower will be threatened. Choose a healthy helping of those foods you need-the salads the fruits and a snack or two and move away from the table as fast as you can. Have an engaging conversation and you will get your mind off eating.

Drink lots of water. Water is a great lubricant and helps you keep dehydration away during the weight loss program. Drink plenty of them during the party to avoid feelings of hunger-they do a good job of filling your tummy instead of binging on the food. Water will also help to fire up your metabolic rate and helps flush fats away.

Plenty of Exercise. Getting a lot of exercise is crucial to keep your metabolism geared up and the adrenalin going so that you won't need to resort to food to get you feeling good. Choose an exercise that is fun and makes you feel good about yourself. The holiday season is simply not an excuse not to exercise!