This New Years Eve, many of us will be popping open a bottle of bubbly and toasting both the last year and the year to come. There will be cheers, jeers and plenty of champagne flowing. But considering how many extra calories we put away over the Christmas season, is drinking champagne the wisest choice? In fact, is drinking anything the best choice? For me, the last few days have been topped off with a few glasses of wine over large family dinners and it's time to put the holiday indulgences aside and start focusing on healthy eating again. I've felt sluggish and bloated. So my question is: Can I drink a glass of bubbly without packing a calorie wallop?

The answer is 90 calories! Actually, as far as alcohol goes, it's one of the better choices -- it's relativly low in calories, it's fat-free, it's low in sugar, and all those bubbles will help make you feel fuller to keep you from drinking more than you should. So go ahead, enjoy a glass of champagne--maybe ever two--before the New Years diet sets in. But remember, don't drink too much -- those calories can add up pretty fast. And don't drink and drive.