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The party food buffet is the biggest diet killer, with so many tasty treats that are impossible to resist. Rather than going hungry at that Christmas event though, make sensible decisions when loading up your plate.

Here are a few food swaps that'll drop your calorie intake without you even noticing!

Mini sausage rolls

Swap for… Chicken satay skewers.
Chicken is a healthier choice than pork – look for party snacks like chicken satay or marinated chicken bites that will still satisfy you. If you can't resist, go for a cocktail sausage on its own rather than one covered in buttery pastry. You'll already make a saving of around 33 calories.

Sour cream dips or cheesy dips

Swap for… Salsa or chutney.
Tomato-based dips pack in far less fat and are still delicious options – salsa has around 62 calories less per tablespoon than sour cream does. If you miss that creamy feel, try reduced-fat hummus instead of a dairy-filled dip.

Crisps and tortilla chips

Swap for… Veggie crudites
​Sliced carrots, peppers and celery are fat-free options that will leave you feeling far less bloated and handful after handful of salty crisps. If you couldn't possibly face carrot sticks at a Christmas party, try sweet potato or kale crisps instead.

Peanuts and other bar snacks

Swap for… Olives.
A cheeky cocktail or pint often comes with nibbles like peanuts or pretzels which are huge calorific culprits. If you can, choose olives instead – you won't eat them as fast and they are far lower in calories. A portion of 10 olives contains around 35 calories, while a handful of salted peanuts contains closer to 300.

​Cheeseboard delights like stilton and camembert

Swap for… Lower fat options like swiss, feta, mozzarella and ricotta. 
These aren't toally innocent but they are far better choices than creamy or blue cheeses. You don't have to say no to the cheeseboard entirely – just choose wisely!

Baileys and other cream liqueurs

Swap for… Champagne, Bucks Fizz or Prosecco.
Any drink containing cream is a surefire way to blow your diet plans. Spakrling drinks are better options, but again only in moderation!

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Only last week, Kendall Jenner denied rumours that she was the victim of backstage bullying at fashion events, but we’re starting to have our doubts if an open letter penned by fellow model Arisce Wanzer is anything to go by.

The transgender model slammed 19-year-old Kendall in a scathing letter posted online and suggested that Kendall’s famous reality TV family were the only reason she was taking part in high-fashion events.

The letter which was written back in September has come to the fore again and ridicules Kendall’s involvement in the modelling industry, saying: “Doesn’t she get enough cash from that show that all of ignorant America glamorises? Didn’t her sister have sex with someone on camera and profit from the video sales to get their family its new line of limelight?" Woah.

Arisce, who seems to be getting more irate as the letter continues, goes on to say “Her mommy surely called a top agency, got her in the door and the design houses just chose to milk her fame like the cash cow that it is.”

Kendall recently featured in a Mean Girls inspired clip where she silenced haters with a Burn Book, but we really don’t know how the young model constantly deals with such hateful backlash.

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Most celebs are used to dealing with snide remarks or constant criticism online, but many draw the line at their family members and loved one’s being targeted and it seems well-known comedian John Bishop is no different.

The much-loved British star announced yesterday that he’s quitting Twitter after his family was subjected to abuse on the popular social media site, saying: “I am taking some time off Twitter. I can take anything, but when scumbags have a forum to abuse people I love I think it’s time to move away.”

The abuse escalated after the star, who has raised thousands of pounds for charity, posted a photo of himself visiting Celtic Football Club.

Faced with hateful comments and criticism, it seems the comedian snapped and responded to one Twitter user, saying: “You are a s**thouse w****** who deserves no attention so you won't get any and you can rot in your own bile. You sad loser."

The comedian, who has almost three million followers, will be sorely missed by genuine fans, but many have tweeted their support of his decision, saying: "Don’t let the hateful individuals get you down fella, rise above it.”

John made Twitter a funnier place, so we hope he decides to come back soon!

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Even the most determined of fitness fanatics finds it hard to stick to their routine as the winter weather sets in. Rain, ice, wind and a general desire to be cosy at all times make exercise less and less desirable as the weeks go on.

Rather than giving up and retreating to the couch until the first signs of spring, follow our advice for staying fit in colder weather. With a few simple adjustments to your goals and routine, it'll be easier than you think to stay on top of things this winter!

1. Fit exercise into your day
If you're sitting at a computer all day and heading straight home to dinner and TV, you'll soon notice a drop in energy levels. Beat the sluggishness by building exercise into your daily routine – take the stairs whenever possible, go for a stroll on your lunch break, and if the weather isn't too bad, walk home from work or get off the bus earlier than usual. It all adds up – just 30 minutes of moderate exercise a day is all that's needed to keep things ticking over.

2. Get a short-term gym membership
If you're used to running or cycling outside, it might be worth considering joining a gym for the winter months. Most gyms offer good short term or month-by-month deals. As well as being able to run and cycle indoors on the cardio machines, you'll also have access to classes and trainers. 

3. Jump in the pool
A morning or evening swim at your local pool is a great way to stay flying fit without having to brave the elements. Just make sure you wrap up warm afterwards and try to avoid going outside with your hair still wet.

4. Try a fitness DVD
Don't worry, not every exercise DVD will have you doing star jumps in your sitting room, cheered on by a platinum blonde lady in neon pink gym wear. There are some brilliant high-intensity yoga and Pilates DVDs on the market that'll get you fit and toned without ever having to leave the house. Do some research online beforehand to find the right one for you.

5. Reward yourself
Have something to look forward to after dragging yourself out of bed at 7am for a run in the freezing cold. Maybe it's a delicious coffee from your favourite café or a hot bowl of porridge with all of your favourite toppings. However small your reward, it'll go a long way towards keeping you motivated!

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While it looks like the relationship between everyone’s favourite twerker and her new boyfriend is showing no signs of slowing down, unfortunately for Miley Cyrus, she’s not doing much to impress her potential in-laws.

22-year-old Miley and new beau Patrick Schwarzenegger have made no secret of the fact they’re head-over-heels; something which Patrick’s mum, Maria Shriver, is really struggling to deal with.

According to reports, Miley’s recent birthday celebrations didn’t do much to endear her to Maria, with a source saying: “The birthday party with all the penis pictures disgusted her. That was the worst thing Miley could have done.” Ouch.

The former First Lady of California is concerned for her son’s future if he decides to stay with the Wrecking Ball singer and a source revealed: “Maria is very, very worried about the influence Miley’s having on Patrick. She fully believes that you become who you surround yourself with and she’s always been so happy with the friends Patrick chooses, she never saw this coming."

Well, this could make for a really awkward Christmas.

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This is beyond cute. A little girl just couldn't stand being without her calf, Izzy – so she brought her inside!

However, then mom comes and the five-year-old is stuck trying to explain how the cow got inside…

Mom soon calms down once the calf lays her head on the little girl and goes to sleep though – so adorable!

 

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If you’ve wondered if The Inbetweeners could ever replace One Direction then fear not – the answer is here. 

And it’s a no. Definitely, definitely NOT.

Watch Joe, Blake, James and Simon take on One D’s Steal My Girl on Radio One. They literally killed it. Our ears are bleeding…

Still though…good effort boys. 

 

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Things are set to get a little awkward for X Factor star Jake Quickenden when he eventually exits the I’m A Celebrity jungle after this revelation!

It has been reported that his ex-girlfriend of four years, Victoria Skerrow has been left devastated by his admission that they split up for good last month. 

The 24-year-old was left dismayed when Jake announced that he was a single man to viewers of the reality TV show as she felt he had only asked for a few weeks break while he was away. 

While a rep for the singer has said that he will put his side of the story out when he leaves the jungle, a friend of Victoria’s told The Sunday Mirror there may be no going back after this: “Jake asked for a break for a couple of weeks. To say she was upset about his behaviour would be an understatement. He may want to stay friend but I’m not sure she’ll be able to after the way he dumped her so publicly.”

Meanwhile, Jake seems to have his sights set on Irish model, Nadia Forde – but so far she’s having none of it. It will be interesting to see if the jungle throws any romance to Jake, and how he will deal with this fallout upon his exit!

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Justin Bieber is in the world’s bad books again after he reportedly abandoned his puppy, Karma, back in September. 

The singer allegedly left the puppy with a trainer in Canada back in September – but has yet to return to pick the dog up. 

Trevor Dvernichuck, the dog trainer Justin left little Karma with has now blasted the singer, saying: “This is like taking your kid to school and not picking it back up” as well as calling the star out on Facebook: “Karma is gonna bite you in you a** biebers.” Trevor’s caption was accompanied with a TMZ video of Justin buying the puppy. 

This is unfortunately far from being the first time Justin’s pet ownership has been called into question. Back in 2012 he was slammed for giving a fan at one of his concerts his hamster asking her to look after it.

He was also criticised heavily when his pet monkey Mally was taken by German customs and when he failed to fulfil his end of the paperwork to get her back, they kept her. 

Perhaps a tamagotchi next time, Justin?!

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Stephanie Nala has tweeted that she can no longer go shopping without a security guard after a scary incident in which a woman “went for her”.

It is thought that the woman involved in the altercation was a former classmate with whom Stephanie had trouble with as a teenager. 

The singer, who was eliminated from The X Factor in week 2 tweeted about the incident, saying: “Out shopping and one of the girls who sold a story on me saying I was a bully just went for me. Now me and my friend can’t shop without … A security guard coming with us… It’s so disgusting when you get called a bully yet your the one being bullied … Was just out helping a friend with her holiday shopping…. It’s so sad whats allowed to happen to you for being on TV a couple of times.”

It was only two months ago that the X Factor star opened up about the frightening death threats she was receiving – up to 200 with threats aimed at her family also. 

Sounds like a scary situation, hopefully authorities can resolve it soon. 

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It would seem that people are a little concerned about Kim and Kanye’s relationship after it was revealed he spent Thanksgiving in Paris, away from his wife and daughter. 

The rapper was said to have dined in Ralph Lauren's Parisian restaurant on Thanksgiving day. 

Kim meanwhile, didn’t help these rumours as she tweeted about spending the day with her “whole” family: “Happy Thanksgiving! I’m so thankful to have spent the day with my whole family at Khloes house today! Khloe cooked so much yummy food!”

​It would seem that people are surprised that the couple chose to spend the day apart, given that it is their first holiday as a married couple since their  wedding in May – however, sometimes these things don’t work out and many families have to spend it apart so we’re sure it’s no big deal!

Kim also shared the cutest images of her little girl North on Thanksgiving day, adorably calling her her best friend: “I’m so thankful for my best friend.”

Aww, how cute is that?!

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Jake Gyllenhaal has undergone yet another dramatic body transformation!

Following his weight-loss for Nightcrawler earlier this year, he has now gone in a completely different direction and piled on a reported 7kg of muscle for new movie, Southpaw. 

Jake is playing the role of Billy 'The Great' Hope in the upcoming movie and the director, Antoine Fuqua, has said that they "turned him into a beast" for the role: "Jake is going to change how people see him. I had him training twice a day in the boxing ring. He did two-a-day seven days a week."

Jake lost 10kg to play Lou Bloom in the critically acclaimed Nightcrawler but it seems he wasn’t long looking for his next challenging role!

Is he following in Matthew McConaughey’s Oscar dreams? 

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