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Have a happy and healthy holiday! <\/span>Dr. Steven Gundry<\/a>, the expert behind transformations from stars like <\/span>Kelly Clarkson<\/a> and <\/span>Usher<\/a>, is sharing his top <\/span>wellness tips<\/a> with ET just in time for the 2026 holiday season.<\/span><\/p>\n Before you hit a holiday party, Gundry says a little prep can go a long way.<\/span><\/p>\n “Eat a handful of the right nuts beforehand to you’re not starving and tempted to eat things you wouldn’t normally have,” he advises.<\/span><\/p>\n Think: Hazelnuts, macadamia nuts, and walnuts. But proceed with caution when it comes to pistachio nuts before a long night out.<\/span><\/p>\n “Pistachios are a natural source of melatonin, so they might make you sleepy,” he notes.<\/span><\/p>\n Once you’re in party mode, hydration is key, especially if you’re enjoying celebratory cocktails.<\/span><\/p>\n “If you plan on drinking alcohol, have a big glass of water between each beverage, or aim to sip one drink throughout the event,” he says.<\/span><\/p>\n If alcoholic beverages aren’t on your menu, Gundry still has a festive fix.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n “Get a cocktail glass full of sparkling water, add a lime slice, and act like you are sipping on a gin and tonic. … Drinking sparkling water will also help fill you up,” <\/span>The Gut-Brain Paradox<\/span><\/em> author explains.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n When it’s time for dinner, load up on greens before diving into other dishes.<\/span><\/p>\n “Fill your plate with a majority of veggie sides and make the carb-rich sides and meat the minor part of your plate.”<\/span><\/p>\n After you’ve eaten, don’t just settle into a seat. Instead, take a lap around the party.<\/span><\/p>\n “Studies show that going for a quick walk after eating aids in digestion and supports maintaining a healthy weight,” Gundry shares.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Of course, if you stray from the plan, The International Heart and Lung Institute and The Centers for Restorative Medicine founder recommends giving your body a little extra love at the end of the night.<\/span><\/p>\n “Overindulging on either food or alcohol can happen if the conversation is flowing and you’re having a good time, but before you go to bed, take chlorophyll and <\/span>H2 water<\/a> to help flush out the toxins.”<\/span><\/p>\n RELATED CONTENT:<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n