Tis the season for eating and drinking with office parties, family get togethers, holiday buffets, cookie swaps and ornament exchanges. Navigating the rest of the holiday season with all of its traditions can be tough when food and drinks play an integral part of the celebration. Staying true to a healthy regime while living in the moment is so important to fully enjoying the holiday season. Mental preparation is the key to success. Focus on the flavors, foods and drinks you like the most and enjoy these in small amounts. One area often forgotten in the calorie count is the fun festive drinks. The comforting smell and taste of hot chocolate, eggnog, cinnamon laced ciders, lattes, mochas, peppermint flavored drinks seem to complete the holiday menu. 

Just like food, drinks can be made healthier. Traditional eggnog is made with egg yolk, heavy cream, whole milk and sugar. If you purchase your own eggnog, look for low fat or nonfat versions. Soy and almond milk eggnog varieties are available, too.