Derail. You know the word. Let's face it, most of us working toward good health through diet and exercise have an intimate relationship with the word. Diet derailers are everywhere -- in your house, in the grocery store, at work, at play, in your head even. Here, we'll address the very things that throw us off course. Together, we'll learn how to avoid our diet traps -- and how to get back on track when we can't.

First, there was Halloween. And the candy. And the temptation. And the calories. Now, we're staring down Thanksgiving. And the turkey, the stuffing, the casseroles, the pies -- and the temptation, and the calories. Thankfully, the blessed occasion lasts for just one day and while leftovers are likely, they won't last as long as that trick-or-treat candy, which means your diet won't be derailed for long -- well, as long as you get back on track quickly. You know, before that next holiday rolls around.

In the spirit of festive eating and conscious calorie management, the clever ones at Holidash have a few things to say. Take a bite out of this inspiration.

• Beware of traditional turkey treats, like um, turkey and pumpkin pie. Check out these scary stats.
• Try these healthy snacks to keep you from gorging on the bird.
  
• Wrap your head around this healthy holiday cuisine, with an international flavor.
  
• Will you or your guests go vegetarian for the big day? Grab some menu ideas here.
• In the event you come to regret your super splurges, you might want to consider a little diet detox.
  
• Got a turkey trot in you? It might be what you need to keep those pounds from piling on.
  
  

That's all she wrote -- for now. Keep tuning into Holidash, though. You're sure to stumble upon more valuable tips and tools for surviving the holidays -- we know, they can turn our diet dreams into dreaded disasters, and who wants that to happen?