Ah, the magical season of Christmas, where snowflakes fall, lights twinkle, and the freshly baked cookies smell fills the air. It’s also the one time of year when we collectively agree to ignore reality and wholeheartedly believe in the universal truth that “Christmas calories don’t count.” Seriously, it’s an unspoken holiday rule engraved in festive tradition. After all, how could grandma’s sugar cookies add to your waistline when made with so much love (and probably two sticks of butter)?
Christmas is the season of indulgence, where calorie counting takes a back seat to joy and celebration. That decadent slice of pecan pie? It’s justified, especially if you eat it while wearing a Santa hat. And how could we dare skip a third helping of mashed potatoes and gravy when Grandma is watching, soulfully pleading for you to enjoy her masterpiece? The elves wouldn’t skip dessert, so why should we?
The magic behind the “Christmas calories don’t count” phenomenon lies in the power of holiday cheer. Something about the glowing tree, the plates of fudge, and the spirit of togetherness whispers, “Go ahead, have another cup of eggnog.” Could science prove it? Probably not. But have you seen anyone regret devouring a cinnamon roll while sitting by the fireplace? Exactly.
Come January, reality might nudge us back to our kale smoothies and gym routines, but for now, we’re blissfully living in the holiday wonderland where happiness trumps calorie math. Cheers to guilt-free gingerbread cookies!
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