December, 2009 A Food Lover's Guide Just because you're trying to cut back this holiday season doesn't mean you can't enjoy foods that are rich in flavor and taste. Healthline offers a guide specifically aimed towards the foodies out there who are unwilling to compromise taste and variety, but still want to eat healthy. Read the Guide. Maintain a Well-Balanced Diet Did you know that the food pyramid you used to see on the back of cereal boxes was replaced in 2005 by an updated, more personalized nutrition guide called My Pyramid? The new guidelines differentiate between "good" and "bad" fats, as well as "good" and "bad" carbohydrates, to help you maintain a well-balanced diet every day. Learn How. Ask the Doctor Question: "Every year, I gain about five pounds during the holidays. And every year, it gets harder to take them off. Do you have any suggestions for avoiding weight gain this season?" Read Dr. Robb-Nicholson's Answer. More Resources More Tips for Healthy Holiday Eating Learn How to Modify Recipes for Better Health Take a Dietary Guidelines Quiz Learn How to Make Sense of Nutrition Labels Watch Nutrition Videos How Well Do You Know Your Food Pyramid?