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From October 26, 2026, Christmas is about 8.5 weeks away.
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At 0.5 to 2 lb a week, many people land in this range.
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November 26 is a maintenance week, not a reason to quit.
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Eat first, scan the buffet, serve once and stand away from the food.
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Most standard drinks are 100 to 150 calories, and cocktails often more.
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The deficit calculator turns your goal into a calorie number.
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