In summer there is an abundance of light foods, but when winter rolls around it is natural to yearn for richer foods. However, foods that are holiday favorites are often packed with artery-clogging fat, calories and sodium, and studies show that many people gain weight between November and January. Although experts say that there are no “bad” foods and that a few bites of even the most fattening foods can fit into your diet, certain foods are worse for us than others. Below are nine winter foods picked by experts that are most likely to pack on the pounds. When you check nutritional numbers on these foods, keep in mind that most adults need fewer than 2,000 calories, 65 grams of total fat and 20 grams of saturated fat each day.
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