Woman Vs. Food

Let's talk food. Not diets, not nutrition, but food and all of it's associations.

Food is often the center of all social events- Holidays, family's who eat dinner together, wedding receptions and birthday parties .Food has the power to brings people together- Old friends having lunch, business meetings at a cafe, cookies and tea at a church get together.

We all know when dieting social situations arise where it becomes harder to abide by "the plan" and not be tempted by the food so easily accessible. While you socialize seeing others around you fill their plates and their bodies with food outside of your food regimen, you suddenly have urges to give into it too.

Here are some steps to follow that will work in most situations:

Step 1- Eat before you come- this way you are not going to be craving food you aren't supposed to have as much. The hungrier you are the worse your cravings will be!

Step 2- Tell others about your plan! If friends or family members know that you are on a plan they are less likely to keep asking you if you want their food! This will not only make you not want to give in (as they will know you would be cheating :) ) BUT it will keep them from badgering you.

Step 3- Bring something healthy! If you are going to an event bring along something that fits into your plan that everyone can enjoy! This way you are not left out of the festivities, you are contributing to the event AND best of all you won't be as tempted by the other foods around you!

If you are attending an event such as a sit down dinner at a restaurant try to prepare beforehand. Most restaurants now have menus online- if you know where you are going look up options so that you are ready to order with the best possible choice in mind. By choosing beforehand you will not make a snap judgment based on hunger or temptation. Remember ALWAYS BE PREPARED! :)

If you are attending a pre- ordered food event. Make the best selection possible and ask for your food to be prepared without butter or creamy sauces- it never hurts to say you have an allergy- this way the chef will be extra cautious as to how your food is prepared.

Stay positive! Be proud that you are sticking you YOUR plan despite all of the temptations around you. Not everyone can do what you are doing and not everyone will understand but remember you are doing this for YOU and their opinions are far less important than YOUR GOALS!