Beating Temptation
Have you gained weight since you got married? Did the beginning of your married life also mark your introduction to cupboards filled with highly fattening foods? Do you find it difficult to stick to low-fat, healthy food choices when your partner is munching on cookies and ice cream? Read on for some solutions to these problems and more. Problem: Your Partner is a Meat and Potatoes Person Solution: Set Rules and Compromise
Have your partner agree to eating only red meat occasionally If he/she wants to indulge more often, he/she should do so out of the house Cook hearty, yet more healthy alternatives to keep your partner satisfied.
Problem: Copious Amounts of Junk Food Solution: Hide, But Don’t Go Seek
If your partner loves to bring home cookies and other high fat treats, get him I her to find hiding places for them Out of sight can be out of mind Also, stock up on your own lowcalorie, low-fat treats This doesn’t have to mean carrot sticks There are some great low-cal sorbets and frozen yogurts out on the market.
Problem: Out-of-Control Portions Solution: Don’t Keep Up With Him/Her
Chances are your husband/wife weighs more than you do the mathematics are simple He/She can eat more than you and not gain weight If you’re currently eating the same portion sizes, try to cut down by at least 1/3.
Problem: A Partner Who Doesn’t Know the Meaning of Low-Fat Solution: Take Control
Despite the fact that you are probably as busy as your partner, the best solution is to take control of the grocery shopping and cooking Great dinner choices include wholewheat pasta or rigatoni with vegetables, turkey, chicken burgers and vegetarian chili A word to the wise, don’t ever refer to anything as “vegetarian.”
Problem: Your Partner Doesn’t Think He/She Has a Weight Problem Solution: Take Incriminating Photographs
The next time your husband/wife is wearing shorts or no shirt, snap an unflattering photograph Make sure he/she sees it on a regular basis.
Problem: Exercise Means Turning On the Television Set Solution: Exercise While Watching TV
If you’re married to a couch potato, make the best of it: put your exercise equipment in the living room and exercise while watching TV.
Problem: The Word “Diet” Is Not In Your Partner’s Vocabulary Solution: Get Your Partner To Join Your Team
If you can convince your partner to be your buddy on a weight loss plan, the road will be much easier for you You can motivate each other and share your successes.
Problem: You Eat Your Meal - And Half Of Your Children’s Solution: Stick To Your Own Food
By eating off your child’s plate, you can add several hundred calories to your day There’s only one way around this: look but don’t touch.
Problem: You Believe Food Equals Love Solution: Realize that Love and Food are not Synonymous
Feeding your partner rich, fatty foods (or eating the rich food he/she make for you) is not a reflection of your feelings for each other You’ll both feel your best when eating healthy foods that increase your energy.
Remember: Food Is Not the Enemy
If your hunger pangs are legitimate, eat as much as it takes to feel satisfied, not stuffed
