Multiracial happy friends eating turkey during thanksgiving dinner

Key Takeaways

Eating too fast makes it easy to miss the body’s “I’m full” signals

Filling half of a meal plate with veggies and fruit can help prevent overeating

Smaller plates and mindful portions can make a big difference

TUESDAY, Nov. 25, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Holiday meals have a way of sneaking up on party-goers. One bite of stuffing leads to a spoonful of potatoes… then suddenly the calories consumed have hit an all time high before the good stuff, like dessert, even starts.

But it doesn’t have to end that way, a nutrition expert from UT Southwestern Medical Center, said.

"Before jumping into the holiday buffet, take your time to scan all that is there," Lona Sandon , associate professor of

"Pick the food

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