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It’s long been assumed that many Americans tend to gain weight during the holiday months of November and December. Recent analysis of smart scale data confirms this trend, revealing that your current weight is likely the lowest it will be all year.
Holiday weight gain does eventually decrease, but not immediately. January dieting typically eliminates about half of the extra pounds, with the rest gradually disappearing over the following months. Researchers analyzed data from Withings smart scales, adjusting for overall weight trends, to identify seasonal fluctuations. Similar patterns were observed in Japan during Golden Week and in Germany around Easter and Christmas.
Understanding this pattern empowers you to make changes: by paying closer attention to your eating habits now and in November, you can likely avoid gaining as much weight without sacrificing holiday enjoyment.
For a deeper dive into the research methodology and to explore the detailed charts comparing weight trends in the U.S., Japan, and Germany, visit the link below.
Image captured by Paul Sullivan.
