{"id":43330,"date":"2011-02-25T10:32:28","date_gmt":"2011-02-25T15:32:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dietsinreview.com\/diet_column\/?p=43330"},"modified":"2011-03-07T17:24:03","modified_gmt":"2011-03-07T22:24:03","slug":"5-food-temptations-and-solutions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dietsinreview.com\/diet_column\/02\/5-food-temptations-and-solutions\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Food Temptations and Solutions"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Cake<\/a>Social expectations can be huge pitfalls to healthy eating. It feels wrong to skip the cake at a friend’s birthday or a cocktail when celebrating your co-worker’s promotion. How do we get out of these situations without being a wet blanket? We’ve got solutions for some common food temptations.<\/p>\n

Temptation:<\/strong> Office Birthday<\/p>\n

Solution:<\/strong> Bring your own mug of coffee or tea, which will keep your co-workers from offering you soda, plus hot liquids can help you feel full. It is probably obligatory to eat a few bits of that store-bought cake, but don’t feel bad asking for a thin slice or ditching your portion at an appropriate moment.<\/p>\n

Temptation:<\/strong> Meeting a Friend at Starbucks
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Solution:<\/strong> It’s easy for us criticize a company that offers drinks with as much sugar as a scoop of ice cream and lays out the baked goods as prominently as possible. Remember, as delicious as that frappuccino is, there are plenty of calorie-free options at any coffee shop. Order your coffee black with skim milk or get any unsweetened tea. If you want a little sugar, add it yourself so you’ll know just how much you’re consuming.<\/p>\n

Temptation:<\/strong> You’re Starving, and Your Only Option Is Fast Food<\/p>\n

Solution:<\/strong> You may be on a road trip, at the mall or simply in too much of a rush. As a rule, try to order the simplest burger or sandwich and skip the sauces. Also be sure to check out our handy guides to the healthiest menu choices at McDonald’s<\/a><\/strong>, Wendy’s<\/a><\/strong>, Burger King<\/a><\/strong>, Subway<\/a><\/strong> and Taco Bell<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Temptation:<\/strong> Happy Hour<\/p>\n

Solution:<\/strong> There’s some evidence that a glass of red wine has health benefits<\/a><\/strong>, but it’s always important to keep in mind that alcohol is a form of calories. If you’re looking for a cocktail, order something with a low-calorie mixer, like a vodka tonic or a gin and tonic. If your friends go for a second round, stick to seltzer or water.<\/p>\n

Temptation:<\/strong> Mid-Afternoon Hunger<\/p>\n

Solution:<\/strong> There are many potential causes of that gnawing feeling about 3:30. It could be fatigue, a caffeine crash, or maybe you just ate too light a lunch. In any case, try drinking a glass of cold water before you hit up the vending machine for a candy bar. If that doesn’t do the trick, look for a snack that has some healthy carbs and maybe even a little fat. Consider fruit, almonds or cashews. Popcorn (without butter) is also a great way to satisfy a carb craving without packing in the calories.<\/p>\n

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Crave Control: Three Tips to Beat Snacking <\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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