ADVISORY/Experts Available to Discuss Dieting During the Holidays.

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--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 20, 2001

TOPIC: Health experts say dieters should not feel guilty about indulging in a
few treats during the holiday season, according to an article by CNN.com. Some
dietitians advise party-goers to pick things they don't usually get to eat or
drink, such as egg nog, as opposed to filling up on high-calorie foods one
could get year round. Other tips include eating a low-fat snack, such as fruit
or a bagel, before heading out to a party to prevent you from filling up on
high-fat hors d'oeuvres. Experts also remind dieters to continue their fitness
routine through the holiday season to help with weight management. EXPERTS:
ExpertSource can offer several highly qualified experts to comment on this
story:

As the director of the Emotional Support Center (ESC) at eDiets.com, Mr. John Sklare, Ed. D. oversees all of eDiets.com's psychological support services. With an emphasis on mind/body medicine and natural healing, Dr. Sklare's various responsibilities include monitoring the eDiets.com message boards, writing articles for the site and newsletter, and communicating one-to-one with the many "eDieters" around the world. John Sklare received his doctorate in counseling psychology from Northern Illinois University. He spent 15 years of his professional life seeing patients in private practice. Dr. Sklare consults with doctors, dietitians and corporate wellness administrators on the psychology of weight management. PR: Merilee Kern, [e-mail], 702/562-0064.

Mrs. Kim Jordan is a Registered Dietitian with more than 20 years of hospital and community experience in nutritional education. She recently joined Albertson's Inc. as the Corporate Dietician for Albertson's Idaho Division. A native of Seattle, she holds a B.S. degree in Clinical Dietetics from the University of Washington. Her dietetics and nutrition experience includes community outreach, professional speaking, consulting and authorship. 208/854-0788, [e-mail]

Ms. Rose Mince is a professor of Health and Fitness at The Community College of Baltimore County. She has expertise in fields of physical fitness, weight control and nutrition and stress management. 410/285-9711, [e-mail]

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