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ing. If your offer is declined, instead bring a single portion of a dessert similar to the one being served, allowing you to vanquish the endof-meal gremlins and enjoy this course with the other guests.
In addition to lots of food and forbidden ingredients, alcohol is a staple at holiday events. This is problematic for people with allergies because most liquor is made from wheat, corn, or potato products — three common offenders. For people working hard to lose weight, liquor adds needless calories.
Fortunately, with increased community awareness of alcohol-related problems, it is becoming politically correct to offer nonalcoholic options at most gatherings. Mineral water, seltzer, and sparkling juice foil the hardiest booze gremlins, and they taste good.
To stave off the most tenacious food gremlins, keep in mind the purpose of the holidays — celebration of family, friendships, and community. Although food and drinks are fulfilling pleasures, true fulfillment comes from within. Remember who you are and guard against confusing your food issues with your
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