You might think you need to deprive yourself of all of the deliciousness of the season to stay fit and trim, but that’s not the case at all. In fact, you can actually enjoy all kinds of holiday food without packing on the pounds.

With these tricks below, you can eat what you want and still lose weight during the holidays, News Health reports.

Have a plan

 Before I decide what to enjoy at a holiday party, I always have a game plan in mind for the evening. If not, I’ll consume everything in sight and feel horrible the next day. (Trust me, it’s happened a number of times in the past.) For instance, if there’s an appetizer spread, I’ll grab a small plate with the intention of filling it just once with a mix of healthy and fun appetizers. If there is a meal scheduled for later in the evening, I might skip the appetizers (or only have a couple) and just sip on a cocktail until dinnertime.

Eat only what you love

When it comes to delicious and often higher-calorie holiday food, I choose wisely and select the foods that I want most. I really love dessert, so I’ll typically skip the appetizers, especially if they’re the same old-same old chips and dip or cheese and crackers, and wait for the dessert spread at the end of the night.

Share the fun stuff

 We all know that portion control is key to losing weight, but it’s especially important during the holidays. Of course, you don’t want to deny yourself your favorite holiday treats, so instead of overdoing it, share your favorite dish with someone else. For instance, I can’t be trusted around my mom’s apple crisp, so I usually recruit my husband or sister to share a plate with me. That way, I get to enjoy my favorite treats of the season, but I don’t overindulge either.