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Holiday Eating Tips

The story: ’Tis the season for holiday parties — and the abundance of festive food and drink that come with them. With so many tempting treats around, it’s easy to overindulge.

The hook: Faculty members from the University of Maine’s Department of Food Science and Nutrition can provide a wealth of advice for those wishing to maintain their weight during the holiday season. A comprehensive list of tips is available here. Professors Mary Ellen Camire, Katherine Musgrave and Adrienne White also are available for interviews.

Contact: Mary Ellen Camire at 581-1627 or camire@maine.edu; Katherine Musgrave at 581-3125 or katherine.musgrave@umit.maine.edu; and Adrienne White at 581-3134 or adrienne.white@umit.maine.edu.

Please note: Recipes for high-nutrient, lower-calorie holiday dishes are available on request by contacting Kristen Andresen at 581-3742 or kristen.andresen@umit.maine.edu.

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