The most difficult times to consciously eat well is 1)
when traveling and 2) when going to holiday picnics or parties. Chips, hot dogs, & mayonnaise-filled potato salads make it hard to choose wisely. Now, for those of us who get physically ill from eating unhealthy, cheating isn't too much of an option or you'll be paying for it for the rest of the week. For those of you who don't mind cheating every few months I say, be careful & don't overdo it. Since you eat well a majority of the time, your body isn't used to digesting some of the harsh foods. Cheat, but in moderation. While you may not have medical issues to worry about, your body still isn't used to the toxic nature of some of these foods. Be kind and don't gorge yourself. As
momof3 says: ~Savor the
run cheat.~
Here are some foods to look out for or minor modifications you can make. It's hard to be perfect at events like this, but knowing what you can do before you go can minimize the possible damage:
1. Fruit salad. Most parties include that big bowl of watermelon, cantaloupe, grapes, strawberries, & bananas. Load up!
