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As the holiday season approaches, healthy eating habits are important to remember. Often, from Thanksgiving through New Year's, the dinner table is covered with a variety of delicious foods in great quantities. During the holidays, Kroger would like to remind you of helpful tips to eating healthy and still enjoying all of those wonderful holiday treats.

Tips for healthy holiday eating

• Don't try to lose weight during the holidays; work on maintaining your weight and leave the dieting for after New Year's.
• Eat regular meals throughout the day to avoid overeating at dinner or parties.
• Eat a small, healthy snack before attending parties to keep from eating too many sweets or high fat party treats.
• Keep portion sizes small or the same as usual.
• Keep alcohol to a minimum as many holiday drinks tend to be high in calories.
• Bring a dish to parties to be sure you always have at least one healthy option to eat.
• Socialize away from the buffet table to avoid nibbling.
• Try to maintain regulat daily exercise in the hustle and bustle that usually occurs during the holiday season.
• Don't let the busy schedule cause you to eat more fast food; pack healthy snacks when you know you have a day full of shopping or running errands.

The holidays are great for spending time with family and friends. Though many tasty treats are included in the celebration, it is important to eat sensibly and make healthy eating choices. For more information on healthy holiday eating, visit www.family.samhsa.gov/be/holidayeat.aspx or stop by your Kroger Pharmacy and speak to your Kroger pharmacist about making healthy eating decisions.