The number one thing adults dread most at Christmas - as more than half say it is 'most stressful time of year'

More than half of adults feel more stressed at Christmas than any other time of the year, according to new research commissioned by Samsung.

A poll of 2,000 adults who celebrate Christmas found that 33 per cent have lost sleep caused by worrying about everything they need to do in December.

The research found that six in ten adults feel more stressed during the Christmas season, but there are ways to alleviate some of that stress.

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Around 41 per cent of people lower their stress levels by making lists and writing down everything they need to get done, 35 per cent budget their money, and 25 per cent try to get ahead of their schedule.

The research found that the most stressful things about Christmas include crowded stores, long queues and struggling to find the "perfect" gift for friends and loved ones.

Samsung Galaxy Ring commissioned the research and teamed up with presenter Fearne Cotton to monitor her every move through a frantic Christmas shopping challenge.

Starting strong with a confessed 'really good' energy score of 80, Fearne managed to finish her entire shopping list in less than 2 hours and logged more than 8,356 thousand steps in the process.

Fearne said: “Christmas is one of my favourite times of the year - I love how magical it is for the kids - but it can be stressful and my routine can really take a hit.

“From hitting the shops to decorating the tree, there are plenty of ways to still stay healthy and make time for relaxation.

“I recently started tracking my energy levels, activity, and sleep which has helped keep me accountable with my wellness, especially in the Christmas hustle.

“Remember, the