(NewsNation) — With Thanksgiving being celebrated this week, it means one thing — food and a lot of it.

According to LuckyFarmers.com, on average, 46 million turkeys are consumed on Thanksgiving. Americans will consume 80 million pounds of cranberries on the holiday; 214 million pounds of potatoes, and 50 million pounds of sweet potatoes will be eaten, while 483,000 pounds of pumpkin, 77 million pounds of ham, and 40.5 million rolls will all be purchased.

So based on those numbers, how many average calories are being eaten at the dinner table?

Many Americans eat around 3,150 calories at a feast, according to the Calorie Control Council. Let’s break some of it down:

Turkey – 480 calories

A person eating eight ounces of turkey amounts to consuming 480 calories.

“The skin is also very high in saturated fat, which can raise your blood cholesterol level and increase your risk of heart disease and stroke,” says Consumer Reports’ Maxine Siegel.

Mashed potatoes and gravy – 257 calories

One cup of mashed potatoes made with adds up to 237 calories. Mix in the gravy, and it shoots up another 20 calories.

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Stuffing – 195 calories

A half cup of stuffing amounts to 195 calories.

“In addition to that rather hefty calorie count, the stuffing contains 480 mg of sodium. Making a healthier stuffing requires just a few tweaks,” says trainer Michael Moody.

Cranberry Sauce – 102 calories

Enjoying a 1/4 serving of cranberry sauce packs 102 calories for eaters.

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Pumpkin Pie – 320 calories

A slice of pumpkin pie after dinner accounts for 320 calories.

“You’ll also benefit from the beta-carotene in the pumpkin,” said Cathe.com. “Beta-carotenes are good for eye health and your immune system.”

Wine – 125 calories

Choosing a little white or red wine to go along with the fixings will be 125 calories.

“Studies show that alcohol lowers your inhibitions, so you may not make the best dietary choices or you may eat more,” Moody acknowledges.

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