Dr. Oz's 7 Rules for a Healthy Vacation

Toast Your Trip

I know that fruity, blended cocktails are like vacation in a glass. But a piña colada has about the same number of calories as a McDonald's hamburger. Red wine is a healthier option; studies suggest that a glass a day may actually protect against weight gain. Resveratrol, a compound found in the skin of grapes, and other components of red wine have been shown to block the cellular processes that enable fat cells to grow. I'll drink to that.

Mehmet Oz, MD, is the host of The Dr. Oz Show (weekdays; check local listings).

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