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Post by ellise on Nov 7, 2005 23:21:31 GMT 10
Eating at parties, receptions, and family gatherings can be a challenge to your heart-healthy eating plan. Since you can't control what's on the menu, you may feel that you have no choice but to eat high-fat, high-cholesterol food. You can, however, survive these high-pressure events without worrying about your health:
* At a buffet table, look ahead to see what low-saturated fat, low-cholesterol foods are available. Fill up on these foods and take only small servings of higher-fat foods. * For a potluck dinner, bring along a healthy dish. That way, you'll have at least one heart-healthy item to eat. * At parties, focus on activities rather than eating. Sit away from the area where the food is being served so you won't be tempted to overeat. * Ask for help from your family and friends who know you are following a healthy diet. See if they will include some low-saturated fat, low-cholesterol dishes on the menu at gatherings. * Have a few ready answers to politely say no to high-fat foods. For example, "Thank you, but I couldn't eat another bite — everything was delicious." * If you do eat too many high fat foods at a social event, don't feel guilty. Just eat lightly the next day and get back on track. You may find yourself in more of these situations as the holidays approach. Always remember that you can have a good time at social events without compromising your health.
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