1. A is for alcohol: This is the advice contrary to what you have probably heard; a daily serving of booze may be better for keeping off weight than avoiding it altogether. Alcohol may increase leptin, a hormone that curbs your appetite for sweets. To get the perks with minimal calories, order a glass of sauvignon blanc (119 calories per 120 ml).
2. B is for buddies: Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine compared solo dieters to teams of dieters. After 10 months, the latter were more likely to have maintained their loss. Grab a friend and get jogging!
3. C is for cortisol: Your adrenal glands secrete this stress hormone to help you handle threats, but too much can be bad news. Researchers at the University of Leeds linked high levels of cortisol to increased snacking on junk food. Therefore, it is advisable to spend the cash you would pay for a big dinner on a stress-reducing massage or a pedicure instead.
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