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Love this time of year but dreading the holiday weight gain? You're not alone. Fear of residual weight gain dampens the mood for many health-conscious individuals throughout the season. And it’s with good reason! On average, we consume 4,500 calories at a holiday gathering, according to the Calorie Control Council. But there's ways to be merry during the holidays without losing sight of your health goals. Read on to learn how to avoid 12 common holiday feast mistakes. 1 ABUSE