These life-long ‘cheat’ ideas from Marissa Lippert –
author of The Cheater’s Diet – works so well for me on a daily basis … it is a
MUST share
Eat
treats
"Allow for two mouth-watering, indulgent sweets each
week," Lippert says. “And focus on quality—a scoop of really great real
ice cream, a rich cookie or coffee drink.” Budget about 200 to 300 calories for
each.
Dine out
Give yourself two nice “splurge” meals a week. “This is your time
to have the non-diet foods you thought were completely off limits—such as
slices at your favorite pizzeria, or a filet with mashed potatoes,” she says.
The only caveat: Use portion control. Limit yourself to two small slices of
pizza with a side salad, order small cuts of meat, and eat just half of creamy,
cheesy sides.
Give yourself cocktail tickets
You can still enjoy wine, beer, or a Cosmopolitan—but you’ll need
to cut back if you’re trying to lose a pound or two a week. Figure out your
weekly average, and cut that by one-fourth; that’s your maximum number of drinks
each week.
Savor some chocolate
You can enjoy some every single day: Have two or three tasting
squares—about 75 calories worth of chocolate. And buy the really good stuff
(explore some brands to try at www.chocosphere.com).
“Choose great-tasting chocolate, and you’ll be able to eat smaller amounts and
be satisfied,” Lippert says.
Go ahead—add on to your salad
With all the extra toppings, restaurant salads can easily add up
to 700, 800, even 900 calories. But who wants a bowl of naked lettuce? Instead,
load a plate (not a bowl) with dark greens, some protein to fill you, and
whatever fresh fruit and veggies you like. Cheat by adding two or three
one-tablespoon servings of the fattening stuff (dried fruit, nuts, seeds,
cheese, bacon crumbles, croutons, fried tortilla strips, or avocado). Dress
your salad with one tablespoon of a real vinaigrette or oil and vinegar—fat
helps satisfy you and unlocks some nutrients in your salad. Now, dig in.
Reach for the breadbasket
If bread is your weakness, eat the best: If the basket on the
table is filled with stale, cold slices or squishy sandwich-style stuff, you’ve
got a good reason to ask the waiter to take it away: That bread won’t make you
happy. But when you’re offered a hearty, artisan loaf with a dense texture and
crisp crust, treat yourself to a small slice, says Lippert. Gild it with a
teaspoon of olive oil or butter and enjoy every wonderful bite.
Party with a plan
No need to camp out by the crudités during a party. Scan the
buffet, making note of your favorite hors d’oeuvres. Go back, and choose only
two or three higher-calorie appetizers. (Want chips and dip? Count out seven
chips, and dip—don’t scoop—into the guacamole.) Fill up on veggies and fresh
fruit, and save room for one sweet treat at the end. You deserve it!
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