EVERYDAY HEALTH - Holiday Buffet Dos and Don'ts - Healthy Holidays Center, Nov 01, 2011

"Consider this: The average American puts on about a pound between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day. That might sound small, but unfortunately, that pound typically isn’t lost during the rest of the year, so holiday weight gain adds up over time. You may think it's hard to stick to a healthy diet plan during the holidays — fattening and rich holiday food is part of almost every celebration. Even so, you can still avoid holiday weight gain by making some smart choices at the buffet table. Karen Ansel, MS, RD, a registered dietitian and spokesperson for the American Dietetic Association, runs down “naughty” holiday food choices and offers “nicer” alternatives."