Keep the Pounds From Piling on During the Holidays

Let's face it, there are way too many holiday festivities coming up with even more delicious treats to tempt you.  It's tough out there this time of year.

You can still enjoy the holiday season, you just need a little calorie control.  Here are a few tips from the American Dietetic Association that should come in handy.

1.  Be realistic:  Don't try to lose weight during the holidays.  Instead, strive to maintain your weight by balancing party eating with other meals.

2.  Choose lower calorie party foods:  Have some raw vegetables with a small amount of dip.  To help ensure there will be healthful treats, bring a low calorie dish to the party for the buffet.

3.  Incorporate physical activity into your daily routine:  Develop family fun time habits that can continue after the holiday season.  Here's more from momseveryday.com.