Are holiday celebrations leaving you worried about derailing your health goals? The festive season brings joy, connection, and delicious traditions - but also the anxiety of potential weight gain. Studies show that the average person gains 1-2 pounds during the holidays, with some gaining significantly more. Dr. Holly Wyatt and Dr. Jim Hill break down their playful "Naughty and Nice" list of holiday habits, revealing practical strategies to help you navigate the season while staying on track. From family pressures to festive treats, they share evidence-based approaches that let you fully embrace holiday celebrations without compromising your health goals. Discussed on the episode:The surprising truth about average holiday weight gain (it's not what most people think!)Why alcohol poses a unique challenge during the holidays that goes beyond just caloriesThe "perfect storm" of factors that make holiday weight gain so commonA food snob's strategic approach to holiday treatsCreative ways to start new, health-supporting holiday traditionsThe controversial "no leftovers" rule and why it mattersHow sleep changes during the holidays affect your weight managementWhy January 1st resolutions might be setting you up for failureThe unexpected connection between holiday stress and your eating patterns