The year-end holidays are a time to gather and celebrate with loved ones—and to enjoy rich, delicious foods. But for many people, these special meals come with anxiety and guilt. In a recent survey by Orlando Health, 39 percent of U.S. respondents reported worrying about how much they eat during the holidays. And a quarter agreed they should skip meals to “save” calories before a feast such as Thanksgiving dinner.The messaging we absorb about health and the holidays—especially surrounding diets and weight loss—is often misguided, says Sara Riehm, a registered…
