Do the holidays create stress for you?  Do you feel pressure to overeat at meals and parties?  Here are ways you can incorporate a variety of nutritious foods and activity during this busy time of year:

• Keep healthy snacks with you, for example, fruit and cheese, peanut butter and crackers, yogurt
• Eat consistently to avoid getting over-hungry
• Drink sparkling water instead of eggnog, beer and mixed drinks
• Bring a healthy dish to share at parties
• Eat when you are hungry, stop when you are full
• Make time to exercise. It’s a great way to relieve stress
• Go for a walk before or after a holiday party or get together
• Fill up on nutrient dense foods including fruit, vegetables, whole grain breads and crackers, lean meats and cheeses