Get the Dish Here - May 25

Shalbrihil · 05-24-2005, 10:14 PM

Five Ways to Beat Cheating

If you cheat while on the South Beach Diet™, does it mean you've failed? Not even close. The South Beach Diet™ recognizes that everyone is bound to have their moments of weakness, and the damage can always be repaired. If your indulgence causes you to put on a few pounds or experience cravings, move back to Phase 1, or simply cut back on carbs with a high glycemic index. Once you've lost the added weight and gotten cravings under control, you can pick up where you left off.

If you find yourself cheating on a regular basis, try these tips for avoiding temptation:

Skip the chip and cookie aisle at the grocery store.
Empty your cupboards and refrigerator of all "illegal" foods.
When going out to eat, don't tease yourself by looking at the dessert menu. Instead, eat a bowl of sugar-free Jell-O or a sugar-free Popsicle when you get home.
For "emergencies," always carry a healthy snack with you, like a low-fat cheese stick or a handful of plain nuts.
If someone gives you an indulgent present, like a box of chocolates or your favorite cookies, share it with your coworkers or donate it to a local shelter.

zeraspride · 05-25-2005, 06:31 AM

Sharon - thanx for the wonderful reminders! I do a lot of these things and have picked up a few new tricks for when the cheating monster tries to turn his head. I'm going to a formal on Friday night and I'm sure they will have all kinds of goodies so I'm going to get myself a slice of lc cheesecake to have when I get home. It helps to turn down the goodies if you know you've got something waiting for you at home!

Shalbrihil · 05-25-2005, 11:17 AM

That is a wonderful idea Lisa. It is so easy to sabotage your eating plan. The added planning really pays off. Thanks for sharing.

05-24-2005, 10:14 PM	#1
Shalbrihil MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: California Posts: 1,872 Gallery: Shalbrihil Stats: maintaining my loss since 2005 WOE: SBD Phase 3 Start Date: June 2003	Get the Dish Here - May 25 Five Ways to Beat Cheating If you cheat while on the South Beach Diet™, does it mean you've failed? Not even close. The South Beach Diet™ recognizes that everyone is bound to have their moments of weakness, and the damage can always be repaired. If your indulgence causes you to put on a few pounds or experience cravings, move back to Phase 1, or simply cut back on carbs with a high glycemic index. Once you've lost the added weight and gotten cravings under control, you can pick up where you left off. If you find yourself cheating on a regular basis, try these tips for avoiding temptation: Skip the chip and cookie aisle at the grocery store. Empty your cupboards and refrigerator of all "illegal" foods. When going out to eat, don't tease yourself by looking at the dessert menu. Instead, eat a bowl of sugar-free Jell-O or a sugar-free Popsicle when you get home. For "emergencies," always carry a healthy snack with you, like a low-fat cheese stick or a handful of plain nuts. If someone gives you an indulgent present, like a box of chocolates or your favorite cookies, share it with your coworkers or donate it to a local shelter. __________________ Sharon 150# gone forever.

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05-25-2005, 06:31 AM	#2
zeraspride Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Ohio Posts: 3,075 Gallery: zeraspride Stats: Highest 282.5 CW: 227.8 GW: 160 WOE: South Beach Start Date: 12/01/03 - restart 11/01/08 (down 6.2!)	Sharon - thanx for the wonderful reminders! I do a lot of these things and have picked up a few new tricks for when the cheating monster tries to turn his head. I'm going to a formal on Friday night and I'm sure they will have all kinds of goodies so I'm going to get myself a slice of lc cheesecake to have when I get home. It helps to turn down the goodies if you know you've got something waiting for you at home!

05-25-2005, 11:17 AM	#3
Shalbrihil MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: California Posts: 1,872 Gallery: Shalbrihil Stats: maintaining my loss since 2005 WOE: SBD Phase 3 Start Date: June 2003	That is a wonderful idea Lisa. It is so easy to sabotage your eating plan. The added planning really pays off. Thanks for sharing.