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28th November 2007

What to do When People Push Food on You

By Ashley

happy hour It’s the time of year when many of us will be spending more time socializing with family, friends, and co-workers. Those who are throwing the party or invited you over are going to feel obligated to offer you food, and it’ll likely be foods that you’re trying to avoid. Food Pushers are going to be around every corner, so you need to know what to do in advance so that you can enjoy yourself, but keep your lifestyle and diet on track.

  • You’re invited to happy hour … Your friends and co-workers are going to want you to enjoy a cocktail with them, but it’s not hard to get out of this one. If you must drink, choose a low calorie beer or wine spritzer. Then just babysit the drink all night long!
  • Your spouse, partner, boyfriend or girlfriend … If they’re not watching their calories, they’ll probably want to indulge with your company. One way to solve this is to get them involved in eating healthy too, but allow one day where you two can indulge together.
  • Boss bought lunch at the office… and it wouldn’t be polite to not show up. Eat a healthy snack in the middle of the morning so you aren’t so hungry, and then eat a few bites of what they’ve bought.
  • The in-laws invite you over for a calorie filled, high-fat dinner… Offer to bring a dish to pass, and make it something you’ll feel comfortable eating. Then just take small portions of what they offer and eat a bite or two.
  • You’re on a date… and your date takes you to a nice restaurant where he wants to impress you. Telling him you’re on a diet may not be such a great idea if you don’t know each other well, so either order something healthy for yourself, or make up an excuse like you ate a late lunch. Then he’ll be understanding when you just nibble on the five course meal he ordered for you.

Source: AOL Body

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  1. 1 On November 28th, 2007, workout mommy said:

    I’ve got a lot of food pushers in my life, so thanks for the list!

  2. 2 On November 28th, 2007, Curtis Penner said:

    Hi Ashley,

    For years, I’ve been a big believer in allowing at least one “free” meal per week to eat whatever you like. This gives you an opportunity to enjoy a night out with friends, or a date or any other occasion, guilt free.

    Depending on your fitness and weight loss goals, you may be able to enjoy a free day. For me, every Saturday is my time to enjoy those foods I don’t eat throughout the week. If I find my weight creeping up, I simply cut back on the junk food during my free day.

    When others find out you’re trying to eat right is when the full-court press begins. They seem to feel it’s their mission to get you to eat something you don’t want to. A free day or free meal gives you at least one time a week where you don’t have to deal with the saboteurs.

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