‘Tis the season for friends and family so find someone to confide in about your eating concerns – especially someone that will support you through all the events and parties.

When you skip meals to “save up” calories you tend to overeat due to being overly hungry.

The nice thing about having the whole family together is you already have enough people to divide into teams and play an outside sport.

Try some new and inventive veggie sides this year, like brussel sprouts with a light vinaigrette or a touch of olive oil, sea salt and pepper.

We all want to look our very best for those New Year’s parties. Picture yourself looking great and dressed to the nines that night and let that motivate you!

Remember you can always use recipe substitutions, and it’s unlikely anyone will know but you.

Holiday parties abound at this time of year, and there is always plenty of food! Don’t loiter by the table and graze on those high-calorie appetizers.

Avoid leaving candy bowls around the house – it makes it far too easy to consume several handfuls of those sweet treats without even noticing!

Here’s another tip to help you maintain your weight loss program through the holiday season.