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5 ways to enjoy holiday dining with dietary restrictions

Have high cholesterol? Are you gluten-free? Savor holiday treats this season with these simple strategies.

Jan, 2026
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If you have type 2 diabetes
If you follow a gluten-free diet
If you have high cholesterol
If you follow a vegan or vegetarian diet
If you follow a dairy-free diet

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Holiday cuisine—often filled with rich, decadent foods—can often feel inaccessible to people with dietary restrictions. But whether you follow a specific eating plan for personal or medical reasons, you can still enjoy appetizing holiday dishes and desserts that fit your lifestyle, with a few modifications.

Here a few fuss-free meal tips for five types of eaters.

Written byAmy Capetta.
Medically reviewed byGaby Vaca-Flores, RD.October, 2025
Sources: American Heart Association. Smart Substitutions to Eat Healthy. Last Reviewed: December 31
  1. American Heart Association. Smart Substitutions to Eat Healthy. Last Reviewed: December 31, 2014.

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