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“You’re a vegetarian? You still eat chicken, right?”
“I know you don’t eat meat. There’s just a little bit of bacon in these green beans, so you should be okay.”
“I made this tray especially for the vegetarians. Ham salad finger sandwiches!”
I learned a long time ago that people tend to show their love with food. When I came home from the hospital after giving birth to Meredith, I was showered with gooey butter cakes and potato casseroles. Every year for my birthday, Jeff takes me out for a huge sushi dinner. When the girls do something extra great at school, we tend to head out for ice cream.
Because there are so many gatherings during the holiday season, the opportunities to show love through food are seemingly endless. Because I’m a vegetarian, I’m considered the wild card of the family. The enigma. People want me to eat. Wait. Let me rework that sentence. People want me to EAT!!! from every dish, and they don’t seem to understand that I’m perfectly happy making a complete meal out of what they consider to be side items. The fact that I don’t fill my plate with half of a chicken or part of a pig is perplexing to some, and maddening to many.
“Just take the day off of the meat thing. You don’t have to be a vegetarian EVERY day of the year! It’s Christmas!”
I must say, because I don’t eat meat, it’s fairly easy to volley my family’s attempts to shower me with often not-so-healthy gobs of food. You see, my family is made up of meat eaters. And I’m 100% okay with that. The turkey bacon pinwheels? I’m not tempted. The huge bowl of dressing with the turkey neck sticking out of the center? It’s easy to pass that one up. (Two words: Turkey Neck.) Because I’ve made a personal promise to not eat the items that contain meat, it’s fairly easy for me to manage my meals during the holidays.
This is the Christmas Egg Casserole I make every Christmas morning for my parents, Jeff’s parents, and Jeff. (You can click on it for the recipe!) It contains a dozen eggs and a pound of sausage. I make it because they love it and I love them, but it really does seem twisted, doesn’t it? I love you, so here’s a pound of sausage and a dozen eggs. Please live forever. Dig in.
I suppose the only part of Christmas dinner that might force me into wearing my Gluttony bandanna would be my dad’s caramel pie. Dad’s caramel pie has a graham cracker crust, a layer of bananas, a thick layer of caramel, whipped topping, and the top is bedecked with chocolate shavings, pecans, and cherries. Caramel pie contains no bacon bits. It’s not made from chicken stock. There is no turkey neck sticking out from the center. Ah, but I have to keep myself under control. With only two pies and twelve hungry lovers of pie, there’s not much room for a pig out. Crisis averted.
How do you manage your portions during those big holiday dinners? Do you not allow yourself to go back for seconds? Do you tell yourself that you won’t eat anything that begins with the letter S? Do you try not to eat anything larger than your own head? Tell me all about it, and on December 28th, the random number generator will choose one of you win a $150 Visa card! (Please keep your comments G-rated as any profanity or offensive content will automatically disqualify you from sweepstakes entry.) You should also visit The Daily Dose of Well-Being hub to read helpful content each day and for weekly chances to win $100 at the “Play For Laughs” game. If you share a really great tip, we may even use it in The Daily Dose!
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259 responses so far ↓
1 No Minimom // Dec 8, 2010 at 1:54 pm
Well, recently I got swept up by the idea of joining a meal replacement weight loss program. I just won’t eat normal food! Um, yeah, I know myself better than that. So I won’t be denying myself anything this December, but I will continue to go to the gym 3x/week. Hopefully, that will help me maintain and not gain as I wolf down one more Christmas cookie.
2 Dooley // Dec 8, 2010 at 2:08 pm
I am at a conference in San Francisco, next to an ocean. I have not denied myself any seafood-centric meal option. I may have grown a roll of fat since Monday. Who’s laughing now, laughing cow?
3 kim // Dec 8, 2010 at 4:47 pm
I just devoured five of those chewy peppermints with christmas trees on them (they’re like taffy). Since I did not eat the rest of the bag, I shall call that portion control.
4 December Chowhound // Dec 8, 2010 at 5:12 pm
I make alot of food type of stuff for gifts, so food really is love with me. The good thing about cooking or making the stuff myself, I rarely feel like eating it after I have made it.
The only food that totally tempts me and makes me lose all self control is jelly doughnuts. Seriously.
The month of December is too difficult to keep track of every single thing you put in your face. Next month, I will start keeping better track again.
5 elsimom // Dec 9, 2010 at 10:04 am
If I’m having seconds, I try to make it seconds of vegetables. Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn’t. (Also, sometimes the vegetables, with their sauces and cheese sprinkles and all the rest, are not even the healthiest option on the table….)
6 Heather near Atlanta // Dec 9, 2010 at 10:53 am
How do I manage portions during holiday dinners? I remind myself that resolution season is right around the corner! The ladies at Weight Watchers are so friendly in early January! Every year!! (Crisis averted.)
7 Amy // Dec 9, 2010 at 10:56 am
I try to just listen to my body and brain…stop when I’m full!
8 Kara // Dec 9, 2010 at 10:56 am
Manage portions? *looks confused* I’m not entirely sure those words belong together in a sentence when talking about holiday eating.
BUT seriously. I generally just eat until I’m full, then come back later for dessert. My downfall is really the green bean casserole, but my family makes such excellent food for our annual gathering that I taste just a bit of everything.
9 isaida // Dec 9, 2010 at 11:04 am
Portion control – when I’m full, I stop! Exercise – not so much! I hate exercising!
10 Kizz // Dec 9, 2010 at 11:07 am
I have a system that is both foolproof and completely unworkable. I cook.
When I cook the meal I get so into that that by the time it’s all made I’m up for, at most, a taste of each thing and I’m done. Unfortunately when I cook I cook specifically with the holiday leftovers in mind so, while I don’t binge on the day at all, I continue to eat three full plates of holiday goodness a day for a week after and that doesn’t help me at all.
11 Kizz // Dec 9, 2010 at 11:08 am
I tweeted too: http://twitter.com/Kizzbeth/status/12901328581824513
(Thanks for motivating me to learn how to link to a single tweet. That was easy! Why didn’t I do it sooner?)
12 Jesse // Dec 9, 2010 at 11:11 am
I avoid dessert. usually. :-)
13 Amy in KC // Dec 9, 2010 at 11:11 am
I try to eat really well right up until I am confronted with a plate of beautiful Christmas cookies. Then all bets are off.
14 Becky // Dec 9, 2010 at 11:21 am
I totally pig out, but I try to fill up on things that are a better choice over cookies, candy, pie, cake, etc ad nauseum. But then I get totally derailed by my MIL potato salad – it’s diced potatoes, fried in bacon grease, and then mixed with copious amounts of crumbled bacon, butter, and green onions. So good.
15 Milissa // Dec 9, 2010 at 11:34 am
As I am a vegetarian too, it it easier to cut down on portions when you can elimnate all the dishes that have meat in them. But sometimes I miss out on the healthy things too….like why does the salad have to have bacon in it? Can’t those who want bacon on their salad just toss it in after it is served? Oh well, there is usually so much food on holidays that I really don’t miss out on anything.
16 Krista // Dec 9, 2010 at 11:42 am
I have TMJ and a splint (to wear at night) but I can also use it as a calorie guard as well–can’t eat well or enjoy it with the plastic thing in my mouth. How’s that for a diversion. No mind games work for me. I am too smart–ha ha ha.
17 Angela // Dec 9, 2010 at 11:49 am
I think of all the starving people in the world and I am suddenly not hungry
18 Erin // Dec 9, 2010 at 12:32 pm
Honestly? Thanksgiving and Christmas are diet-free days. I eat what I want, when I want and only try to stop before I vomit or explode. I eat pretty well the rest of the year so I feel 100% ok splurging on those two days.
19 Caroline // Dec 9, 2010 at 1:01 pm
I must have that caramel pie recipe!
At this time of year, I just try not to lose too much ground. I do avoid minor temptations, and leave room for the gotta-have-its.
20 Julie // Dec 9, 2010 at 1:13 pm
I don’t deny myself any particular food or drink… but I try to keep in mind that the 3rd, 4th, and 5th (etc) bites aren’t going to taste any better than the first few. Seems a little silly, but it helps me eat just one piece of fudge instead of ten.
21 Mary // Dec 9, 2010 at 1:27 pm
I pretend to be a shut-in and avoid socializing.
: )
Actually, holidays = 1 or 2 days for me so it’s not a big deal. Our families are out of state, I don’t work in an office (with office parties and baked goods etc), so meh. Same deal as usual just different weather.
22 Julie // Dec 9, 2010 at 1:56 pm
I just wear tight pants! When I start feeling uncomfortable, I stop eating for a while. I put the sweatpants away around the holidays so that I will have a constant reminder if I eat too much!
23 Deanna // Dec 9, 2010 at 2:12 pm
I think we need the recipe for that pie!
24 rachel // Dec 9, 2010 at 3:01 pm
I only allow myself a taste of the dishes filled with bacon or cheese etc. and I make sure to fill up on the veggies and drink lots of water. I do most of the cooking for the family and sometimes I just save out some cheese or sausage for the few that really want it instead of putting it in the whole dish.
25 diana // Dec 9, 2010 at 3:27 pm
honestly, i try to eat the same thing for breakfast and lunch every day, or chose from a limited number of options. i started this back in my weight watchers days, and its great because pretty much by dinner i am hungry but know i have plenty of “points” left to work with. and the next morning i won’t kick off the day with a pound of sausage and a dozen eggs, i have my english muffin with peanut butter!
26 Shera // Dec 9, 2010 at 3:38 pm
It helps to have a family obsessed with taking walks. Eat copious amounts of food, walk, repeat!
27 Tricia // Dec 9, 2010 at 3:50 pm
I do the same thing as Diane. Eat just about the same thing everyday for breakfast and lunch. Also started during my WW days.
28 Angeline // Dec 9, 2010 at 4:03 pm
Ah, family gatherings. Fortunately, we have vegetarians, vegans, gluten-free, and low sodium in addition to the omnivores, so everyone pretty much brings what they are willing to eat and it’s all good. And, since my beloved aunt died, we don’t have to make pitchers of bourbon Manhattans…I miss her, but WOW that’s a killer drink.
29 Leah // Dec 9, 2010 at 4:23 pm
I only give away everything I bake – it makes other people happy and prevents me from eating it!
30 treeathie // Dec 9, 2010 at 5:00 pm
I don’t? Haha. But really, I don’t.
31 Kathy // Dec 9, 2010 at 6:18 pm
I try to only eat one real meal a day. But, honestly, holidays I just try not to gain TOO much weight.
32 Liz // Dec 9, 2010 at 6:35 pm
I’m also a vegetarian, so that helps. I also try to pay attention to when I’m actually hungry or wanting something and if I do that, I self-regulate pretty well. Sometimes you need three pieces of pie and a cookie and a few martinis, but the next day I usually don’t need that all again.
33 Lisa // Dec 9, 2010 at 6:35 pm
I think real hard about not eating to much or packing on the holiday pounds then I eat what I want and feel a bit of guilt and go on with life.
34 Jessica // Dec 9, 2010 at 6:41 pm
No comment on the portion control since I seem to have none lol. But I totally get the vegetarian thing. If I’m ok with “just a little bacon” wouldnt I be ok with eating the whole pig? Thanks for the laughs!
35 Alli // Dec 9, 2010 at 7:02 pm
That looks soooo yummy! I cook fish all the time for my 10 year old, who gave up eating land animals a year ago, and I hate fish! Enjoy your pie this Christmas! Ask your dad to make two this year!
36 Caroline // Dec 9, 2010 at 7:37 pm
Well…I’ve kind of just given up. Let’s just say I decorated for Christmas using candy this year. The plan is to regroup in the new year. Better food choices ahead. That’s what I keep telling myself…
37 kilowatthour // Dec 9, 2010 at 7:49 pm
i have to admit i show no restraint whatsoever when it comes to holiday food. “thirds? why, yes! i do believe i shall!”
thanksgiving was my downfall during the years i was a vegetarian. thanksgiving in MEMPHIS. barbecue is involved. i am weak.
38 Jess // Dec 9, 2010 at 7:51 pm
I’m going to go with your no portion larger than my head idea. Much mote realistic than no larger than my fist.
39 Erica (Crummy Cupcake) // Dec 9, 2010 at 7:51 pm
I must say, it is easier at my in-laws than at *my* folks house because not every single, dingle dish is steeped in memories and joy. (Sometimes I don’t even like some of the dished at the other family gathering. Don’t tell them. Or do. They don’t like me all that much.) Anyhoo – with my family we are preparing the food together, making fewer dishes (only the absolute favorites) reducing the sheer volume and getting up and moving after. It is not a perfect plan, but I am being more mindful as I get older. Happy Holidays to your beautiful clan, my friend.
40 Rachel // Dec 9, 2010 at 8:23 pm
Easy. Each of our families serves only appetizers to compensate for too many heavy holiday feasts that they imagine we must have. It’s all cheese and crackers and no actual meals. By the time New Years rolls around I’m starving.
41 Sal's Girl // Dec 9, 2010 at 11:17 pm
We’re on a low-carb diet the rest of the year so I don’t mind eating during the holidays.
42 velocibadgergirl // Dec 9, 2010 at 11:33 pm
I limit myself to whatever I can fit on one plate, so I get a little bit of everything I want but can’t have too much of it :)
43 Torry // Dec 10, 2010 at 2:04 am
Normal eating rules definitely do NOT apply during the holidays so… I think free-for-all best describes our approach to the Christmas meal!
44 blackbird // Dec 10, 2010 at 7:14 am
I eat like a (wee little) pig.
45 Shelley // Dec 10, 2010 at 9:08 am
I’m pregnant so I plan on eating what I want this year!
46 Caminante // Dec 10, 2010 at 10:44 am
It’s sooo hard for me to manager portions period. Add the Holiday Feasts to that and I am toast. A perfectly round toast, that is…
Anyway, I try to have small (very small) portions of whatever I am having. So then when I go for seconds, it’s really only making up ther first “regular” portion. Does that make sense? Or am I kidding myself? It’s worked so far… but I haven’t been to many parties yet. We’ll see.
47 Laurel // Dec 10, 2010 at 12:30 pm
I’m six months pregnant now and I already feel like a cow, so the prospect of holiday pounds is especially unappealing this year. Unfortunately, the holiday goodies have never been MORE appealing, and there’s the additional feeling of “Well, I’m pregnant and the baby needs more Christmas sugar…I mean, spirit! To enjoy its holiday in utero, right?” I’m just planning to do my best and pray that the doctor doesn’t yell at me at next month’s appointment.
48 Haus // Dec 10, 2010 at 12:39 pm
Usually I try to stick to just the stuff I really, really love (stuffing yes, mashed potatoes and gravy no) and ignore all the other stuff. And I try to eat less/healthier the rest of the month to make up for holiday splurges.
49 Adrienne Gordon // Dec 10, 2010 at 1:14 pm
I try not to worry during the holidays.We stay active during them and that burns off the extra calories.
50 Terri Dell // Dec 10, 2010 at 4:12 pm
I snack on fresh fruit and veggies between meals to help avoid the temptation of sweets.
51 Terri Dell // Dec 10, 2010 at 4:12 pm
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52 Bernadette // Dec 10, 2010 at 4:12 pm
I try to balance-a little sugar, a whole lotta greens!
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54 Ami // Dec 10, 2010 at 4:51 pm
I don’t really restrain myself over the holidays. Of course, lately I haven’t restrained myself at all, even on unholidays, hence my ever expanding arse. I’m going to have to do something about that soon. Hi ho, hi ho, it’s off to WW I go (again).
55 Amy // Dec 10, 2010 at 4:57 pm
I guess I practice moderated moderation. I pretty much eat whatever I want. I try not to go too crazy, but if I want it, I’m eating it!
56 Kelly O'Keefe // Dec 10, 2010 at 5:34 pm
I eat a carrot or piece of celery between treats – to scour out the fat! My pants are feeling kind of tight, it must not be working.
57 Margaret Smith // Dec 10, 2010 at 6:00 pm
I find that by drinking lots of water and eating healthy items like fresh veggies & fruit, that I don’t indulge as much.
58 sa // Dec 10, 2010 at 7:32 pm
my tip is if you bake use splenda
if you snack no larger portions than your fist
59 Scott Martin // Dec 10, 2010 at 7:38 pm
Eating during the holidays is not easy sometimes. To stay healthy I always eat a small meal before I go so I don’t feel like I have to pack it on at the party. I would rather do that and have everyone say how svelt I look instead of hiding the pie when I walk in. Happy Holidays.
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60 Kendra // Dec 10, 2010 at 8:46 pm
I take a little bit of everything that doesn’t have meat in it (I am a crazy, non-meat eater, too!), and I only go back for seconds of the item I am most in love with.
61 Roxanne Ellis Raymond // Dec 10, 2010 at 9:06 pm
I am very conscious of portion sizes this time of year and how long it will take me to work the calories off again. a small treat is worth it, but thats it
62 Roxanne Ellis Raymond // Dec 10, 2010 at 9:08 pm
http://twitter.com/saphyress/status/13414727019401216
63 juliloquy // Dec 10, 2010 at 10:36 pm
I usually don’t bother trying to manage portions during the holiday season. I snarf my food down while I can because I so often get called away from the table by one or both kids.
I also bike and walk everywhere, so the occasional overeating doesn’t have much impact on my weight/well-being.
Thanks for the contest!
64 mickeyfan // Dec 10, 2010 at 10:50 pm
Don’t totally deny yourself the things you love. Instead, have small amounts of those items to satisfy your desires.
65 Stephanie V. // Dec 11, 2010 at 12:40 am
usually portion control size of palm but this year fighting cancer, had treatment and isolation last week and lost my salivary glands so no taste whatsoever
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66 Benn Williams // Dec 11, 2010 at 2:18 am
I always try to follow the “80% rule”. Eat until you feel 80% and stop. If you feel hungry later, you can always have a snack. But usually that 80% is enough. Thanks for the giveaway!
67 Benn Williams // Dec 11, 2010 at 2:18 am
tweet:
http://twitter.com/#!/benny8484/status/13492883302653952
68 Susan Smith // Dec 11, 2010 at 9:51 am
I try to fill up on proteins, fruits and vegetables so I’m not that hungry for sweets. I find that if I just have a bite of a food than I’m satified.
69 Susan Smith // Dec 11, 2010 at 9:51 am
http://twitter.com/susan1215/status/13606405277749248
70 jana // Dec 11, 2010 at 12:14 pm
I used to be really bad at managing portions. I would eat a ton of food and feel miserable and gross. I guess now that I am 33 years old I have enough of a memory of that feeling to hold back. I have also gotten better about eating more slowly, instead of all superfast like a lion crouched over a wildebeest.
71 Kelly // Dec 11, 2010 at 2:13 pm
I’ve been losing weight all year, so I actually get full a lot faster. I’ve started learning the difference between how much I WANT and how much I NEED. So I pick only the very best things on the table, get a few bites of each, and am satisfied. Plus, since I eat healthily and exercise regularly, an indulgent meal here and there doesn’t undo anything and keeps me sane!
72 Rebecca Graham // Dec 11, 2010 at 3:22 pm
I write down everything I eat and that keeps me from overindulging.
73 Christy // Dec 11, 2010 at 5:16 pm
I eat what I want at celebration meals – it’s a celebration! But I’m picky about the leftovers. Stuffing? Out the door. Pie? Out the door! Leftover broccoli? Slurp it up!
74 Gina @The Crave To Save // Dec 11, 2010 at 6:40 pm
I try to keep my portions small…try to make sure I can still see the pattern on the plate after getting all of my selections :)
gina.m.maddox AT gmail.com
75 Gina @The Crave To Save // Dec 11, 2010 at 6:41 pm
http://twitter.com/#!/CrazyItalian0/status/13740055885516802
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76 cathy miller // Dec 11, 2010 at 7:43 pm
I try to avoid snacks that I can have at anytime and try to go for the special things for the holidays that once a year treat, I always start with clementines and other fresh fruit and of course fresh vegetables. Then when I have a holiday treat or too there is no guilt
77 gmissycat // Dec 11, 2010 at 7:48 pm
I really don’t think about it to much. The holidays are for getting together to eat and share good food and be happy.
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78 gmissycat // Dec 11, 2010 at 7:50 pm
Tweeted here too
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79 April G. // Dec 11, 2010 at 9:07 pm
I just don’t go to very many parties! This is the second holiday season since I moved across the country from my family, so I don’t have big family gatherings to worry about.
I sure am enjoying reading everyone’s tips. I wanted to lose weight this year, but didn’t. I’m going to get serious about it next year, for sure!
80 Heather S // Dec 11, 2010 at 10:39 pm
I love trying lots of different goodies, so I make sure I take a very small amount so I don’t feel deprived but I don’t overeat. Also drink lots of water
81 Timbo // Dec 11, 2010 at 11:12 pm
Gotta say the finest way to eat healthy for our family is to stick a Mediterranean diet of pastas, fishes, olive oil and other necessary peripherals :D
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82 Timbo // Dec 11, 2010 at 11:13 pm
I just tweeted this giveaway here :D
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83 Bacallsmom // Dec 11, 2010 at 11:21 pm
There’s an old saying: “Better in the trash than on my hips.” I only eat until I am full; I don’t go on eating just because there is still food on my plate.
84 Judith // Dec 12, 2010 at 12:27 am
I am a neurotic health nut. I can not remember the last time I ate junk. I did a nutritional analysis of your recipe check my comments. All in all this rates as a “b” . That is not so bad if you are not neurotic.
85 Judith // Dec 12, 2010 at 12:27 am
http://twitter.com/sodahoney/status/13827086217125888
86 Sarah Hirsch // Dec 12, 2010 at 12:47 am
i eat the same way as the rest of the year, i don’t restrict myself, but i don’t allow myself to eat more than i need just because it is the holidays
87 Mary M // Dec 12, 2010 at 12:03 pm
I try to avoid all fast foods, eat veggies and fruits and then a healthy meal and then a sweet.
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88 Mary M // Dec 12, 2010 at 12:06 pm
I tweeted
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89 Toby // Dec 12, 2010 at 12:30 pm
It isn’t easy. I try to maintain portion control by eating half of what is put onto my dinner plate. As for sweets, I choose those I’m most drawn to and eat a bite of each.
90 Toby // Dec 12, 2010 at 12:31 pm
tweet http://twitter.com/tandek589/status/14009337286492160
91 Cynthia C // Dec 12, 2010 at 4:04 pm
Small plates give the illusion of more food. If you do use them, you must also have a no seconds rule!
92 Cynthia C // Dec 12, 2010 at 4:05 pm
Tweet:
http://twitter.com/clc408/status/14063076164767744
93 sadie clifford // Dec 12, 2010 at 11:43 pm
back at weight watchers,that keeps me on the straight and narrow! Happy holidays!
94 Debbie Bellows // Dec 13, 2010 at 12:59 am
hmmm portion control? whats that! Seriously
I just stop eating when i’m full
95 Debbie Bellows // Dec 13, 2010 at 1:01 am
i tweeted about this giveaway post
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96 Tari L. // Dec 13, 2010 at 7:41 am
I bring a healthy option to share at holiday parties so I know there is at least one dish I can nibble on without guilt.
97 kathie // Dec 13, 2010 at 9:47 am
I’m with Sadie…two words…Weight Watchers!!
98 beyond // Dec 13, 2010 at 11:20 am
i try to pay attention and keep away from sweets, filling my plate with arugula salad instead. but i also think that it’s okay to overindulge a couple of times during the holidays. a happy medium, i guess.
99 Tarah // Dec 13, 2010 at 3:46 pm
I make sure I don’t withhold the treats from myself, I just get the correct portion size so I get my fill and don’t feel left out!
100 joni // Dec 13, 2010 at 9:57 pm
Sad to say, but I do not eat healthy during the holidays—what fun would that be! But I do start dieting after the new year.
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101 Helen Jane // Dec 13, 2010 at 10:00 pm
All the veggies I want and no more than 2 of anything else. Also, eat first.
102 tortoiseshelly // Dec 14, 2010 at 3:32 pm
I try to avoid seconds and cover 1/3 of my plate with salad. Then I eat a little bit of everything else. At least, that’s what happens in my head. The reality is usually much different.
103 tortoiseshelly // Dec 14, 2010 at 3:34 pm
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104 Kerry // Dec 14, 2010 at 6:25 pm
I make sure I take time to exercise, even though this time of year gets really busy!
105 Kerry // Dec 14, 2010 at 6:26 pm
tweeted: http://twitter.com/KerryBishop/status/14823434357841920
106 virginia // Dec 14, 2010 at 7:20 pm
I have no idea how to ‘TAKE IT EASY” . If you figure it out please share!!
107 Linda Lansford // Dec 14, 2010 at 8:52 pm
I eat lots of fruits and veggies
108 M.A. // Dec 14, 2010 at 10:09 pm
Small plate.
Small portions.
Heavy on the veggies.
No seconds!
109 Nadine L // Dec 14, 2010 at 10:26 pm
My biggest problem is all the visiting during the holidays, every house has tons of goodies out for me to graze on. I found if I eat some fruit or a salad before I go, I will most likely not eat anything when I get there and if there is one thing I can’t resist, I will have a small portion since I am already full
110 Nadine L // Dec 14, 2010 at 10:26 pm
I tweeted http://twitter.com/#!/eyzofblu63/status/14883837142110208
111 Neena // Dec 14, 2010 at 10:33 pm
I load up on veggies, drink lots of water, and allow myself only two bites of the rich desserts.
(all lies.)
112 Amy C // Dec 16, 2010 at 9:48 am
I am on a low fat, low sodium diet. Nothing tastes very good and it results in easy portion control.
113 Paige // Dec 17, 2010 at 1:47 pm
I allow myself to enjoy everything in moderation. Although I may want to eat the entire pumpkin pie, I limit myself to just one slice!
paigewiley16 AT gmail DOT com
114 Jackie // Dec 17, 2010 at 1:52 pm
Since I was recently diagnosed as diabetic, I am better about controlling portions. I also have two very active Huskies who need daily excercise. So more awareness about my diabetes and excercising is how I control my portions. Before dibetes there was no such thing as portion control in my life.
115 AuraR // Dec 17, 2010 at 5:54 pm
I always have small snacks throughout the day. Just something to tide me over for a time. Works out well
116 Christine // Dec 17, 2010 at 9:12 pm
drink a lot of water
117 Steve W. // Dec 18, 2010 at 5:58 am
Try and stick with small portions; pick healthier items to eat.
118 Jeff // Dec 18, 2010 at 12:47 pm
I try to drink water and limit my portions. Working out the next is helpful also.
119 Jeff // Dec 18, 2010 at 12:48 pm
I have retweeted.
http://twitter.com/mrcheapo/status/16188045254467584
120 ohkeeka // Dec 18, 2010 at 5:52 pm
I never have seconds–a little bit of everything is enough! And I only take things that I don’t eat on a regular basis or that I can’t make myself. So I skip things like bread and mashed potatoes.
121 Mary B // Dec 18, 2010 at 9:13 pm
lots for fruits and veggies – except on the big days: Thanksgiving and Christmas:-)
122 LAMusing // Dec 18, 2010 at 11:05 pm
I go ahead an indulge without guilt in special holiday treats – I just make sure all my other meals and snacks are really healthy and low calorie!
123 Norma // Dec 18, 2010 at 11:05 pm
I need to GAIN weight so calories aren’t an issue. But I do have to make sure to get enough fruits, veggies and proteins too to stay healthy
124 Susan E. // Dec 19, 2010 at 4:35 pm
I make sure to never skip meals and that the ones I eat are healthy and filling. Making wise choices is always easier for me if I don’t feel like I’m starving.
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125 beth shepherd // Dec 19, 2010 at 7:50 pm
I like to eat a salad before we go out to dinner at friends and family. I also like to get small portions and drink lots of water.
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126 beth shepherd // Dec 19, 2010 at 7:50 pm
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127 jolene // Dec 19, 2010 at 7:59 pm
i drink lots before and during the meal, water, not alcohol lol
128 Suzanne K // Dec 19, 2010 at 10:47 pm
Well, our family holiday dinners are now all planned and executed by me (altho packed, driven and prepared at parent’s house to make it easy on them). So, when I’m putting it all together, I plan healthy, and that’s all that goes, and I’m not tempted to go back to make or eat more. Our appetizer platters are all fresh fruit and veggie platters, no more chips and dip. Even desert is ok, I plan a small tart/pie (1 serving size) for each person, specifically with each person’s favorite filling. That’s all we’ve got, and no ‘seconds’ on pie. Healthy dinner with lots of veggie sides.
129 Kathy Scott // Dec 19, 2010 at 10:48 pm
I drink a glass of water before each meal so that my stomach is not empty.
130 Janna Johnson // Dec 20, 2010 at 12:11 am
I drink a bottle of water in the car on the way to parties to help me curb my intake!!
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131 Courtney St // Dec 20, 2010 at 12:43 am
I try to stick with the fresh/raw veggies to snack on. If I want to indulge I only eat a very small portion… like if I want pie I only eat a bite or 2.
132 kathy // Dec 20, 2010 at 9:43 am
I don’t go to any holiday parties hungry. I’ll eat a small healthy snack beforehand that way I’m not starving and I don’t gobble up everything in site.
133 RussR // Dec 20, 2010 at 8:54 pm
Only eat the good stuff
134 Gina // Dec 20, 2010 at 9:29 pm
Try to avoid seconds, unless it’s something like veggies or salad. Always eat a little dessert! And, P.S., that egg/sausage casserole looked really good until I read the nutritional facts in the comments!
135 Kathleen // Dec 21, 2010 at 9:06 am
I eat a bit of everything but only 1/2 cup of each item and no going back for seconds.
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136 Tabathia B // Dec 21, 2010 at 5:04 pm
I drink plenty of water to stay full and to avoid overeating and eat plenty of fruit (apple slices and grapes) for snacks between meals
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137 Tabathia B // Dec 21, 2010 at 5:05 pm
tweet
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138 Ellie W // Dec 21, 2010 at 5:48 pm
I never accept anything to take home from a party and I avoid alcoholic drinks so I don’t have to worry about those empty calories.
By the way, I think I will make that Christmas Casserole for Christmas morning this year. Thanks!
139 Ellie W // Dec 21, 2010 at 5:48 pm
tweet
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140 lathres b // Dec 21, 2010 at 11:23 pm
Cheese and fruit for me!!!! I pass up the rich-fatty deserts.
141 Susan C // Dec 22, 2010 at 4:44 pm
Honestly, I diet all of December. That way I can eat anything I want on Christmas Eve and Christmas day. I have never seen dressing with a turkey neck in it-that’s differerent!
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142 Patricia // Dec 22, 2010 at 4:51 pm
I eat alot of salad and veggies. I also drink alot of water and green tea.
143 ashley // Dec 22, 2010 at 10:40 pm
i try to always leave a couple of bites of whatever i’m eating. that helps me to cut back a little
144 Jennifer gersch // Dec 23, 2010 at 5:33 pm
I try to fill up on soup for the holidays
145 Jennifer M // Dec 23, 2010 at 7:39 pm
I eat a big healthy dinner before I go out to parties so I’m not as hungry.
146 Debra Hall // Dec 24, 2010 at 4:52 am
i just say no to fatty foods
147 Melissa // Dec 24, 2010 at 1:19 pm
I drink a big glass of water or two a while before the meal. That fills me up so I’m not tempted to pile big portions on my plate!
148 Susan C. // Dec 24, 2010 at 2:28 pm
Water! I try to keep drinking it, especially when I’d rather have a sugary alternative (egg nog, punch, etc.). I’d rather eat those calories.
149 Stacey K // Dec 24, 2010 at 4:22 pm
I drink a ton of water and try and always have a big bottle with me in my purse.
150 Becca // Dec 24, 2010 at 4:59 pm
I try to only eat what I really can’t resist, instead of eating everything. Thanks!
151 karen // Dec 24, 2010 at 7:10 pm
I eat slowly so my brain receives the message that it’s full before I overeat.
152 Happi Shopr // Dec 25, 2010 at 4:15 pm
I use a small plate and eat slowly
153 julieh // Dec 25, 2010 at 7:18 pm
I manage my portions by drink a big glass of water before a meal, and eating fruit and veggies to fill up before other treats.
154 catherine copeland // Dec 25, 2010 at 8:17 pm
I make sure I snack on healthy veggies before going to parties and try really, really, really hard to only eat one or two small treats at any outing.
155 Craig Johnson // Dec 26, 2010 at 12:35 am
I chew gum — it actually helps to curb my appettite!!
156 Debbie C // Dec 26, 2010 at 12:53 am
I take small portions first and only finish what I really like. If I did really, really like something, I DO get seconds. It is Christmas!
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157 Debbie C // Dec 26, 2010 at 12:54 am
Tweeted
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158 kelly w. // Dec 26, 2010 at 11:24 am
To help manage portions I don’t use large serving spoons – just regular spoons.
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159 Elizabeth N. // Dec 26, 2010 at 11:24 am
I keep very minty gum with me! That way, after I’ve eaten a few snacks or dinner, I pop in a piece of gum. It’s so minty that it messes up the taste of everything else, and I don’t really want to eat it then!
160 katfam // Dec 26, 2010 at 11:31 am
I’m pretty good at keeping my portion sizes under control. My problem is trying not to try something. I want to try everything.
161 Geoff K // Dec 26, 2010 at 1:00 pm
I drink a lot of water before and during parties so my stomach stays fuller the entire time, and I limit myself to one of any treat or one plateful from dinners and buffets. Thanks!
162 Geoff K // Dec 26, 2010 at 1:02 pm
I tweeted: http://twitter.com/guettel78/status/19090509523853313
163 Erica C. // Dec 26, 2010 at 4:51 pm
I fill up on a healthy meal at home before I go to any holiday party. This keeps me fuller and less likely to eat the bad stuff.
164 Lori Walker // Dec 26, 2010 at 5:46 pm
I have learned to always bring a dish when going to a holiday party. Then, I seem like a gracious guest and know that there is at least one healthy option available!
165 Debra F // Dec 26, 2010 at 10:11 pm
I found that the time I overeat too much is at dinner (especially when there is pasta or potatoes), so I’ve taken to eating on a bread plate….seriously. It sounds like a tiny portion, but I fill the plate so I feel like I’ve got a whole plate full, and usually it’s plenty of food. If I get hungry later, I have a healthy snack. Works well at parties too. I let myself have whatever I want as long as it can fit on one small size plate.
166 shel // Dec 26, 2010 at 11:47 pm
I have to laugh, my son is a vegetarian and it took me a long time to get used to it. The first time he came home from New Orleans to visit, I told him that I went to the store and bought food just for him and to go downstairs in the freezer because I bought him turkey burgers…duh. I’ve gotten much better now, he can actually eat the foods I bought for him and I learned how to make a mean veggie lasagna that everyone in the family likes.
For the holidays, I don’t indulge except for Christmas day. I promise myself that if I’m good all December, on Christmas I won’t be counting calories or feeling guilty for having an extra nut horn, or two. I also refuse to take home my mom’s leftovers because I know that’s just too much temptation to have in my refrigerator. While she pouts a bit, I know she understands my plight. From my lips straight to my hips and I swear it’s always worse during the holidays.
167 Daniel M // Dec 27, 2010 at 12:36 am
no seconds allowed
168 Elizabeth // Dec 27, 2010 at 11:42 am
What I do is load up my plate, and eat until I’m completely stuffed. Then I look around the table at all of the buttery, cheese-laden foods I love so much, and I eat a little more. Then I appease my mother and Grandmother by eating a little of their jello salads. Then I practice deep breathing for about an hour, watch a movie, and then eat 1-2 servings of the desserts. To burn all of this off, I take a nap. It’s working fabulously.
169 Rhi // Dec 27, 2010 at 11:55 am
I just eat until I’m full. And, then when I’m not full, I eat some more. Which is why I had to wear leggings today. Real pants = TOO TIGHT.
170 LaraSuzy // Dec 27, 2010 at 12:07 pm
I’ve lost over 100 pounds over the last 22 months…kicked it off with (controversial!!!) the hcg diet because I was so discouraged and couldn’t get motivated to start what I knew would be a LONG journey…
Now I watch portions, run almost every day, drink tons of water, and allow myself to eat whatever it is I crave so I don’t overindulge later.
So far, so good! Even over the holidays!
171 Melissa // Dec 27, 2010 at 12:17 pm
Honestly, I have stopped worrying about it. My only rule these days is to stop eating when I’m full. I had to turn down a delicious buttery roll on Christmas day because it was that or finish my mashed potatoes. I only had room in my belly for one and the gravy tipped that ‘taters over the edge. The next day when I wanted a snack, bingo! The roll was still delicious and just waiting for me to slap some butter on it.
172 Teegan Briggs // Dec 27, 2010 at 1:32 pm
I have a rule for myself…before I go for the junk food, I will eat something healthier and then wait 20 minutes before indulging. So…if somebody brings over lasagna, I will have a banana and some salad before gorging myself on the fattening food!
173 Sara Z // Dec 27, 2010 at 1:38 pm
Since it usually is my mom trying to make me take 2nds and 3rds, I tell myself, I’ll only have one and tell her that I’m full, and then I’ll go back and sneak so more when she’s not looking. Yes, we have a rather strange relationship.
174 pixie13 // Dec 27, 2010 at 2:06 pm
I fill up on fresh fruits & veggies before heading for the high calorie, fat laden foods
175 pixie13 // Dec 27, 2010 at 2:06 pm
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176 simone // Dec 27, 2010 at 2:35 pm
I make sure I don’t keep any sweets that I make over the holidays in my house. We eat a few and then drop them off at someone else’s house or a work potluck! Thanks! thebubbledies(at)gmail(dot)com
177 nanjhall // Dec 27, 2010 at 2:44 pm
I try to choose the treats I really want and ignore the rest. I also increased my exercise this month so I could eat more during the holidays than I normally do.
178 Lori Hart // Dec 27, 2010 at 3:10 pm
I take a tiny portion of everything so I have a taste of it while not gorging on an entire casserole or dessert
179 heatherzilla // Dec 27, 2010 at 3:49 pm
I do not deny myself, but I do limit portion sizes. Also, I drink lots of water and eat slowly so that I can really enjoy the food.
180 Lewis F // Dec 27, 2010 at 4:08 pm
I try to eat healthy, low calorie, high-protein snacks at 11AM and 4PM. It works two ways, it keeps the metabolism high and keeps me feeling more full until proper dinner time.
181 Paula Hafner // Dec 27, 2010 at 4:11 pm
I try a little of everything and only get seconds of what I really love. This year it was Mom’s stuffing and her potatoes.
182 Valeen N // Dec 27, 2010 at 5:13 pm
I try to keep plenty of fruits and veggies on hand already cut up so we reach for those instead of the sugary goodies!
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183 lisa // Dec 27, 2010 at 5:54 pm
I have a salad before every meal. This helps me keep my portions under control.
184 lisa // Dec 27, 2010 at 5:55 pm
Blogged: http://insanityisforthelame.blogspot.com/2010/12/why-cant-you-meat-us-in-middle-food-is.html
185 Carroll // Dec 27, 2010 at 6:39 pm
Portion control? Sadly, most of the time I fail — but some of your readers’ suggestions sound really inspiring. Tomorrow is another day :-)
186 Ceinwyn // Dec 27, 2010 at 7:21 pm
I try to take only small portions of what I want. Unfortunately I LOVE variety so my waist thrives on many small portions. Fortunately I’m breastfeeding my little one still so he’s a big help:)
187 Claire // Dec 27, 2010 at 7:55 pm
Honestly, I eat what I want and then exercise a bit more to make up for it.
188 Kim H. // Dec 27, 2010 at 8:33 pm
The recession hit our household HARD! I’m not complaining, though, because it forced us to see what is important. And is it really important to have 5 days of leftovers? I don’t think so. We tried hard to make sure we had enough, but not too much. There was no over-eating, but there was also no one hungry and not a lot of “here, take this, there is so much” in our house.
We had a very lovely holiday scaling back.
189 April // Dec 27, 2010 at 9:21 pm
My trouble is not with the main dishes but with the desserts. During the holidays everyone seems to bring in some other baked good that smells and looks delicious. I try to eat a filling breakfast (usually oatmeal) and a lunch full of fiber and protein to keep myself from wanting to snack.
190 Sarah // Dec 27, 2010 at 9:24 pm
I have to be gluten and dairy free but I adore bread and cheese, so I look at the dinner rolls and cakes, etc, and drink them in with my eyes and then remind myself that they are essentially poison to my system. Poison in my mantra. Kinda twisted, but it works.
191 latisha depoortere // Dec 27, 2010 at 10:34 pm
Im not a big eater so don’t have problems with food i eat alot of veggies and drink alot of water!
Great giveaway thank you!
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192 latisha depoortere // Dec 27, 2010 at 10:36 pm
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193 Sue // Dec 27, 2010 at 10:55 pm
I drink some water before a big meal. Helps me feel fuller before starting. Thanks for the giveaway!
194 ANGEL JACKLYN // Dec 28, 2010 at 12:11 am
I HAVEN’T HAD FOOD ISSUES UNTIL THIS PAST YEAR SINCE I GAINED SO MUCH WEIGHT. I’M HONETSLY STILL WORKING ON HOW TO AVOID THE SNACKS BUT THANKS FOR THE OPPORTUNITY kytah00@yahoo.com
195 ANGEL JACKLYN // Dec 28, 2010 at 12:11 am
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196 Theresa C // Dec 28, 2010 at 1:07 am
small frequent low calorie snacks so that I am not hungry
197 Mickey Coutts // Dec 28, 2010 at 1:13 am
I eat healthy when friends are bringing me all sorts of goodies by eating a healthy meal first, before parties or entertaining. If I’m not hungry, I won’t nibble the goodies!
198 Mickey Coutts // Dec 28, 2010 at 1:13 am
I tweeted:
http://twitter.com/mickeycoutts/status/19636987304607744
199 Auriette // Dec 28, 2010 at 1:17 am
I’m a picky eater, so I can usually pass over quite a few dishes at the big family gatherings. That one has festive red and green chunks in it – no. Those have onions, never mind. No idea at all what that is, I pass.
The trouble I used to have was that when I found something I liked, I’d take a big spoonful. Or two. By the time I finished my plate (and who doesn’t want to finish, it’s good!), I was overstuffed.
This year, I took a very small spoonful of everything I wanted. By the time I finished eating, I was comfortably full and I didn’t feel like I’d just gained three pounds.
200 Becky Horn // Dec 28, 2010 at 1:47 am
I cant allow myself for seconds, and limit myself to one piece of pie
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201 Becky Horn // Dec 28, 2010 at 1:47 am
my tweet
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202 Bryanna P. // Dec 28, 2010 at 2:34 am
Awesome blog and thanks for the giveaway!
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203 Danielle B. // Dec 28, 2010 at 5:38 am
i use the rule everything in moderation. 1 cookie is better than like 7. plus i use a smaller plate and dont go back for seconds.
204 valancia // Dec 28, 2010 at 6:18 am
I Try staying away from the goodies and fattening things such as baked goods candy and things loaded with butter sugar or cream and think in your head- I’ll pay for this later and maybe that will motivate you. Try drinking beverages more than eating to help you feel fuller. If I go for seconds I try to make sure it’s something with alot of fiber and not calorie or fat filled
205 laurie // Dec 28, 2010 at 9:36 am
no seconds, and do a lot of clearing and dishes instead.
206 Leslie S. // Dec 28, 2010 at 9:52 am
I try to have a healthy snack for every unhealthy one I eat.I try to keep fruits and veggies around as well as cheese and crackers to not be tempted to just eat the junk.Thanks!
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207 clynsg // Dec 28, 2010 at 11:14 am
Although we have the goodies in the house for the get-togethers, I send the majority of them home with my daughter, who does have the extra appetites in her house! That does not mean, unfortunately, that I might not indulge somewhat while they are here.
208 Deci Worland // Dec 28, 2010 at 11:50 am
I try to limit my portions. I am not very successful at it during the holidays.
209 Deci Worland // Dec 28, 2010 at 11:51 am
http://twitter.com/#!/paints12/status/19797525342986240
210 Betty C // Dec 28, 2010 at 12:25 pm
I actually surprised myself this year. I only put normal sized portions on my plate and didn’t feel that I had to have some of everything. And I didn’t feel deprived.
211 Denise S // Dec 28, 2010 at 1:39 pm
The only way to avoid overeating during the holidays would be to have nothing good in the house. I let myself enjoy it and start over at New Years.
212 Felicia K. // Dec 28, 2010 at 1:54 pm
I try to fill up on water and limit the amount of sweets I eat.
213 PauleyD // Dec 28, 2010 at 2:01 pm
My strategy is to stay healthy all year round and indulge around the holiday season. I like to work out and I tend to eat clean year round, so when the holidays roll around I don’t feel bad about sampling from the goody tray.
My wife lets herself eat off of one medium sized plate and doesn’t go for seconds.
214 PauleyD // Dec 28, 2010 at 2:02 pm
(http://twitter.com/lpauld68/status/19829619557400576)
Thanks!
215 mistysunrise // Dec 28, 2010 at 3:48 pm
I eat rich food in moderation
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216 mistysunrise // Dec 28, 2010 at 3:49 pm
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217 Olga A // Dec 28, 2010 at 3:56 pm
I’ll just eat a bit of everything and don’t go for seconds. .
218 Lauren // Dec 28, 2010 at 3:57 pm
i think limitig portions and working to save desserts for later is always key.
219 Lisa A. // Dec 28, 2010 at 3:59 pm
I try to maintain portion control and to STOP eating when I’m full! I know how much time I’ll have to spend in the gym afterwards, so that helps my willpower!
220 CATHY TRUMAN // Dec 28, 2010 at 4:40 pm
Eating fresh fruit and veggies. Drinking lots
of water and taking long walks every night
with our dog.
221 trisha dowling // Dec 28, 2010 at 4:43 pm
i stay out of the kitchen as much as possible!!!
222 Amy Delong // Dec 28, 2010 at 5:49 pm
I eat small portions and that seems to do the trick oh and no dessert
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223 carol y // Dec 28, 2010 at 6:12 pm
I eat my regular diet-low inflammation. I WILL cheat a tiny for a family birthday-will eat a piece of homemade cake. But if there is dinner I will only eat what I can because I want to feel well. You get used to it and just have to have discipline.
224 carol y // Dec 28, 2010 at 6:12 pm
I tweeted here: http://twitter.com/dresdenrain/status/19893369161388032
225 Kirsten // Dec 28, 2010 at 6:56 pm
I try to limit portion size by using smaller plates and I drink a lot of water.
226 Kirsten // Dec 28, 2010 at 6:57 pm
http://twitter.com/miriama59/status/19904833418952704
227 Diane Baum // Dec 28, 2010 at 7:22 pm
I drink a glass of water before my meal, try not to let myself get too hungry and use portion control.
228 rebecca // Dec 28, 2010 at 7:36 pm
I try to drink more water, eat something healthy before heading to parties and when the temptations are great I practice avoidance.
229 Jill L // Dec 28, 2010 at 8:05 pm
My tip, not even go. I’m not so good at self-control so I skip some of the parties during this time of year. I pick the most important ones. Really helps me.
230 Jill L // Dec 28, 2010 at 8:06 pm
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231 Donna B. // Dec 28, 2010 at 8:14 pm
I try to avoid the sweets, and stick to the fresh fruit and veggies. For any of the “bad” foods I indulge in, I limit portions to no more than a 1/2 cup.
232 ILIANA BLAIR // Dec 28, 2010 at 8:19 pm
Small portions and lots of fresh items like veggies and fruits. Lots of water before to make you feel fuller always helps.
233 ILIANA BLAIR // Dec 28, 2010 at 8:20 pm
http://twitter.com/#!/madreblair/status/19925598503702528
234 Suzanne Lewis // Dec 28, 2010 at 8:25 pm
I eat everything I am interested in during the holidays, but I only eat one spoonful of each item to avoid overindulgence.
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235 tallcapp // Dec 28, 2010 at 8:51 pm
I indulge during the holidays, because I am super good the rest of the 11 1/2 months of the year.
236 Aaron B from IL // Dec 28, 2010 at 8:55 pm
I really don’t worry about portions at the big family dinner. It is usually some of the best cooking of the year so I just worry about working off the extra calories after the holiday is over.
237 Aaron B from IL // Dec 28, 2010 at 8:56 pm
I tweeted about this giveaway. http://twitter.com/elangomatt/statuses/19934733882368001
238 Sarah L // Dec 28, 2010 at 8:58 pm
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239 Sarah L // Dec 28, 2010 at 8:59 pm
My portion control is keeping foods out of my house that I would eat too much of. Thanks for the contest.
240 Emily N. // Dec 28, 2010 at 9:36 pm
I eat veggies and exercise daily to balance out the extra sweets.
241 Roxann // Dec 28, 2010 at 10:01 pm
I always try to eat a healthy meal at home before I go out to a holiday party or get together. This way I won’t be so hungry that I will eat too much junk food while I’m out.
242 Patricia Treskovich // Dec 28, 2010 at 10:11 pm
I eat low calorie fish and vegetables so I can eat the high calorie goodies
243 Patricia Treskovich // Dec 28, 2010 at 10:12 pm
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244 Chrysa // Dec 28, 2010 at 10:59 pm
I choose a few of my FAVORITE foods to indulge and then I fill up on the healthier options. Everything in moderation!
245 Chrysa // Dec 28, 2010 at 10:59 pm
tweet http://twitter.com/#!/LuckyJinxy/status/19965617582899201
246 Brandy Byrne // Dec 28, 2010 at 11:08 pm
I will snack on fresh fruits and veggies before a meal. You will be fuller quicker with less food and feel great because of the great nutritional foods.
247 Brandy Byrne // Dec 28, 2010 at 11:08 pm
Tweet: http://twitter.com/#!/mrssquigg/status/19967702923747328
248 Rosey // Dec 28, 2010 at 11:23 pm
If you exercise first thing in the morning it helps you make wise decisions all day towards portion control. You know how hard you worked that morning and quite simply, you don’t want to blow it. Works like a charm.
249 Rosey // Dec 28, 2010 at 11:27 pm
Tweet
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250 Barbara Long // Dec 29, 2010 at 12:23 am
I control my portions by drinking lots of water everyday. It means I can eat less and still be full. I don’t go back for seconds because I am never that hungry. It really works.
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251 jessi c // Dec 29, 2010 at 12:35 am
when at family gatherings i try to take a small amounts of my favorite foods
252 R Hicks // Dec 29, 2010 at 12:56 am
I control my urge to overeat by forcing myself to eat small portions only but of many things
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253 R Hicks // Dec 29, 2010 at 12:57 am
tweet
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254 Sand // Dec 29, 2010 at 1:06 am
I serve myself on a small plate and fill it up with a variety of choices and then really think before going for seconds.
255 Heather H. // Dec 29, 2010 at 1:07 am
I eat healthy leading up to the big meal/holidays so I can indulge a little on the holiday.
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256 Heather H. // Dec 29, 2010 at 1:08 am
tweeted
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257 Justine // Dec 29, 2010 at 1:21 am
I only indulge in things that are my absolute fave like pumpkin pie or cheesecake! Kudos to you being a vegetarian, it’s pretty funny how people try and get you to change cause they don’t understand your choice lol! I wish every day that I was a vegetarian but I still haven’t done it cause my entire family eats too much meat…
258 Betty C // Dec 29, 2010 at 1:43 am
Just posted a tweet link but it never showed.
259 janet // Dec 29, 2010 at 2:50 am
I don’t portion control but I should.
my body shows it :(
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