How to enjoy holiday foods while avoiding winter weight gain

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — Tis’ the season for joy and holiday celebrations! This time of year is also a time when most Americans put on a little weight. From holiday cookies to cakes, and all the other yummy carbs, overdoing it on holiday treats can be the gift that keeps on giving. “The average person gains about a half a pound to a pound during the holiday season,” Dr. Jesse Bracamonte said. Doctors say many people don’t lose that weight and over time, it can add up. “It puts us at risk for problems such as diabetes, heart disease, hypertension, some types of inflammatory problems, such as even some cancers,” Dr. Bracmonte said. Maintaining a healthy weight during the holidays can…