Eat This, Skip That at Parties

Surprise! You can still enjoy fabulous holiday and party foods while watching your cholesterol, sodium, and fat -- you just need to be heart-smart in your choices. Our dietitians share tips on how to be the best kind of picky eater.

By Renee Mulvihill

Go into those tempting party buffets without a plan and you'll find yourself loading up on extra calories. A plate filled with chips, cheese, dark meat, and a luscious dessert or two not only packs on the pounds, it's also a surefire overload of sodium, cholesterol, and fat. But never fear! We've got swaps that allow you to enjoy the drinks, appetizers, entrees, and even desserts of a typical holiday spread while still maintaining your waistline.