5 Holiday Health Hazards

John Whyte, MD
2 min readNov 30, 2023

The holiday season, while festive and joyful, can also bring certain health hazards. Here are five common ones to be aware of:

1.Overeating and Unhealthy Eating: Holidays often center around large meals and an abundance of treats. Overeating, especially high-calorie, high-fat foods, can lead to weight gain and exacerbate health issues like diabetes and heart disease. Additionally, excessive sugar intake can impact dental health. No one wants more cavities!

2. Alcohol Consumption: Increased alcohol consumption is common during the holidays. Excessive drinking…

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John Whyte, MD

Physician, Author, Chief Medical Officer @ WebMD. I am passionate about changing how we think about #Health. Views my own.