Whether you're throwing a party or simply in charge of helping with the food, you can play it heart smart and follow some simple guidelines. While it may be tempting to have a lavish spread of foods that are creamy, dreamy and fried, nobody will benefit from those unhealthy options. {relatedarticles}So here's how to trim the fat from the final party of the holidays without sacrificing great taste. When it comes to beverages, tea, diet soda, coffee, lite beer, wine and a holiday punch with low-sugar juice or diet soda make great low-calorie options. Be sure that your table follows a 50-50 rule where half the table is fruit and veggie dishes. Fruit and vegetable trays with low fat or fat-free dressing. Slice up apples, oranges, strawberries, grapes, pears and other fresh fruits. For a vegetable tray, use carrots, celery, cauliflower, broccoli and snap peas.