The average American gains 7-10 pounds between Thanksgiving and Christmas! It's been reported that on Thanksgiving people eat on average about 4,500 calories and 200 grams of fat. It's so easy to over indulge at holiday parties, as it's your time to relax and enjoy whatever foods and beverages you want, right? Eating disinhibition is a genetic trait that some people possess causing a tendency to overeat in response to different stimuli. This can occur in settings such as emotional stress or distractions. Be aware of your surroundings and what and how much you are eating. If you know you're going to be going out for dinner or to a party, plan to exercise that day to burn a few extra calories. You can also get a Fitbit to track … [Read more...] about 11 Tips to Avoid Weight Gain This Holiday Season