Have eating plan before holiday gatherings

ASK THE DOCTORS

Dear Doctors: We have young kids, so our holiday party season starts right around Halloween. I just turned 40, and I’ve noticed it’s getting harder to lose the weight I gain this time of year.

It’s only around a pound, but it’s adding up. I need a plan so things don’t get out of control.

Dear Reader: When it comes to putting on a pound or two during the fall and winter holidays, you a…