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It's the biggest meal of the week (and at Christmas - the year!), but are you making the most of your roast?

Who doesn't love a roast, especially at this time of the year? In fact, we chomp our way through almost 6,000 calories* on Christmas Day - the same amount as in two large tubs of Quality Street. But with a few tiny tweaks to the prep, there's some big benefits to be gained. Here's what you need to know...

Turkey

For slimming and sleeping

'Turkey is rich in tryptophan, an amino acid involved in boosting sleep,' says nutritionist Martina Della Vedova. 'Poor sleep, stress and low mood have a direct impact on weight gain.'

TRY Remove the skin before eating and opt for the breast. FEAST ON One portion = 200g.

Carrots

For reversing the years