With healthy eating choices and an active lifestyle, parents can help their children avoid holiday weight gain and still enjoy the magic of the season.

Nov 15, 2010 - Laurie Zinn

You can just see it now: the endless array of cookies, pies, cakes and candy. The holidays are coming...but you can avoid unwanted weight gain with these simple tips.

Oct 27, 2008 - Kristin Colangelo

Don't let the winter months find you packing on extra pounds. Watch your waistline and still have fun with these easy suggestions for keeping trim.

Dec 5, 2008 - Barbara Gibson

Mindful eating strategies can be effective for avoiding weight gain during the holidays yet still enjoy the season.

Oct 16, 2010 - Cheryl Heppard

Healthy holiday cooking takes planning a well-balanced menu with meats, vegetables, and fruits. Dishes may include entrees, side dishes and desserts.

Nov 5, 2009 - Cherrine Banks

Gaining weight during the holidays is common, but not inevitable. Plan ahead and avoid holiday weight gain by following these simple tips.

Nov 1, 2009 - Jennifer Murray

Stay focused on portion control. Continue counting calories. Make wise food choices. Learn how to avoid temptation and prevent weight gain during the holiday season.

Oct 20, 2009 - Amy Wingfield

Trying to avoid packing on the pounds this holiday season? Here are some quick and easy tips to prevent weight gain.

Dec 6, 2010 - Alison Reidy

Weight gain from Halloween treats may be scarier than the apparitions. Here are tips to stay on track with weight control.

Oct 24, 2010 - Gail Kaufman

Regular exercise, like walking or running, coupled with moderate consumption of food and drinks can prevent holiday weight gain or even lead to a holiday weight loss.

Nov 11, 2007 - Paul A. Heckert

Tips for how to reach your weight loss goals over the winter holidays, such as Thanksgiving and Christmas, and stay on your diet.

Oct 8, 2010 - Lavinia Roberts

The ten pound weight gain for women during menopause can be avoided with diet, lifestyle and a little planning ahead.

Oct 11, 2011 - Alexandra Clark

By recognizing the reasons for recession-related weight gain, it's possible to do something about it - and save money in the process!

Nov 11, 2009 - Natalie Cooper

Holiday weight gain does not have to be a given. Starting on the right foot before the holidays can result in enjoyment as well as prevention of holiday weight gain.

Nov 11, 2009 - Lavinia Rodriguez

Being aware of eating habits during the holidays helps prevent weight gain, stress and promotes good health all year long.

Nov 20, 2008 - Melissa Black

There is enough to worry about in college without the dreaded "freshman 15". Use these tips to avoid college weight gain.

Jul 14, 2009 - Shelley Donohue

The sedentary lifestyle of office life can get the most active person down in the dumps and contribute to inadvertent weight gain. So how can one avoid eating too much?

Jul 9, 2009 - Salma Jafri

Ways to combat the weight gain that many freelance writers experience when they make the switch from full-time corporate life to the telecommuting world.

Feb 5, 2010 - Cherie Burbach