{"id":34886,"date":"2010-11-13T01:00:11","date_gmt":"2010-11-13T06:00:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dietsinreview.com\/diet_column\/?p=34886"},"modified":"2010-11-08T11:40:35","modified_gmt":"2010-11-08T16:40:35","slug":"just-one-bite-the-secret-to-consequence-free-indulgence","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dietsinreview.com\/diet_column\/11\/just-one-bite-the-secret-to-consequence-free-indulgence\/","title":{"rendered":"Just One Bite the Secret to Consequence-Free Indulgence"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"<\/a>Melissa Craig is the author of Cupcake High<\/a>, a quirky blog dedicated to high-altitude baking.\u00a0 Check out Cupcake High for both ultra-indulgent and more health-conscious recipes, from cupcakes to quick breads–all altitude-tested and Melissa-approved.<\/em><\/p>\n

People often ask me how I can stay somewhat thin while constantly baking for my blog, Cupcake High<\/a>.\u00a0 Being vegan<\/a> certainly helps–after all, ruling out anything with dairy certainly trims the menu options.\u00a0 Another motivating factor has been my recent move from Oklahoma, where everything is either deep-fried or smothered in gravy (or both) to Colorado, a much more health-conscious state. \u00a0Still, I think most of us are looking for that magic bullet–the elusive secret to health, wellness, and a supermodel physique.\u00a0 Fortunately, I’m here to let you in on the secret. \u00a0Unfortunately, it’s no secret at all. \u00a0Put simply: diet and exercise. \u00a0Not what you were hoping for, I know, but it works. \u00a0Like a charm. \u00a0In every case, for everyone, every time. <\/p>\n

Still, strict diets can be grueling.\u00a0 Deprivation is a tough gig. \u00a0Even the most stubborn dieters can only hold out for so long before succumbing to the voices, especially during the holidays<\/a>. \u00a0It seems the moment you decide something is off limits is precisely when you really crave it…and crave it–until you cave to it. \u00a0So let’s just skip all that.\u00a0 I’ve got a better idea: if you’re really craving something–anything–go ahead.\u00a0 I’m not going to tell you that you can only eat it when you’re hungry either; that’s just silly. Come on–a peppermint patty isn’t going to ward off hunger. \u00a0If you’re actually hungry, eat some real food, but if you’re simply lusting after something indulgent, go for it. \u00a0Really.\u00a0 Just keep in mind that that’s exactly what it is: indulgence.\u00a0 Make sure you really want it, and make it good.\u00a0 Then, have only a little.\u00a0 Just one bite. \u00a0Pay attention, enjoy it, savor it.<\/p>\n

So what if you still want more after that bite?\u00a0 You can have it.\u00a0 Really.\u00a0 Just wait until tomorrow, and then, savor just another bite.\u00a0 If you’re generally mindful of your diet and follow a consistent exercise regimen, a small treat each day is not going to sabotage your efforts. \u00a0I promise. \u00a0Besides, what this indulgence doesn’t offer in terms of physical health benefits, it certainly provides in rewards to your mental health.<\/p>\n

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