Wauwatosa (CBS 58)--The big holiday is a week away, and it's said Americans will eat more than seven thousand calories on Christmas Day.  This is more than triple the daily intake, according to the Department of Agriculture. The experts say there are ways to fight this, especially by portion control.

The folks at "Outpost Natural Foods" also recommend changing how we arrange our holiday plate.  Make the vegetables the focal point, not the meat. And remember with those desserts and drinks, everything in moderation.  

If you're interested in some healthier recipes, courtesy of Outpost Natural Foods, just click here.