I blew it on my Diet, Now What?
Do you think I never “fall off the wagon”?
…Like the brownies at the holiday party holding me hostage in one corner of the room, rendering me completely helpless with no emergency organic carrots in sight.
Yes, yes, that was me…..
I get this email from clients all the time, “Isabel, I totally blew it on my diet last night. Now what do I do?” Yup, I’ve been there: bloated, disappointed, and feeling a bit defeated.
The trick here is getting away from this downward spiral ASAP. You’ve got to get right back on the wagon right where you fell off and for most of us that’s just 1-2 healthy meals away.
Here are my “Isabel Damage Control Tips”. They will get you back on track and feeling back to your normal (or not so normal) healthy self faster than you can say “brownie”.
1. Eliminate wheat and dairy for 2-3 days after the “incident”. I know what you’re thinking….”What does this girl have against wheat and dairy?” Well for starters they are the 2 most inflammatory foods that cause bloating in most people. Not to mention when people overeat, it is usually on wheat and dairy foods: cookies, cakes, ice-cream, pasta, bread. Ever heard of anyone overdosing on brown rice? Or poultry? Doesn’t really happen. If it has wheat or dairy, just eliminate it from your meal plan until you are back on track with your healthy eating and rid of the “after party bloat”.
2. Drink tons of water! Of course, this rule is applicable all the time, but after a “binge” water is even more important. I also like to add a few squeezes of fresh lemon in my water for the “detoxifying” effects. Fresh lemon helps to cleanse the liver and a squeaky clean liver will assist in your weight loss efforts.
3. Add in some extra walking. If I’ve packed in one too many calories, I get my body moving even more. Just adding in an extra 20 minutes of walking for the next few days gets me feeling back on track. I have even taken a trip to the mall just to do laps around the place. I get to people watch, see what’s on sale, and burn calories all at the same time.
Just in case it was you being held hostage by the brownies at last night’s holiday party, have no fear. You’re new mantra is …”Ain’t no silly brownies taking me down.”
If you have any other holiday damage control tips, be sure to share it with the rest of us by adding a comment below.
In health and happiness,
Isabel De Los Rios
www.TheDietSolutionProgram.com
Thank you for all your support. I read all my mail from you even if I don’t respond. Always love hearing what you have to say!
Eat an apple (cut into bite-size pieces)and drink an 8 ounce glass of water to ward off a strong craving.
Thanks, I really needed this today. I’m with Janet, I read everything you send. Any tips on getting the people in your life to NOT sabotage your efforts? I know it’s ultimately up to me, but this kind of thing makes it much harder…
I go and look in the mirror and tell myself that I had a good time at the party but now it’s gone my body deserves to be looked after and I’m the only one here to do it and i’m worth it!
fruit and a tall glass of lemon water wards off cravings, fils you up and gives that “healthy” clean feeling. Also try a shot wheatgrass daily, GREAT apppetite suppressant and filled with MEGA nutrients!!!
Thank you Julia!
Have fun on your trip! There will be so many wonderful foods that you can find to eat there (even though there will be some temptations). Moderation is the key to enjoying yourself
Your welcome Ruben!
Don’t kick yourself when you have a slip up, just pick it back up. Don’t be hard on yourself. Even little changes make a big difference.
Isabel
Hi Heather,
I appreciate your insight and feedback. Your mindframe points to a path of success.
Good luck and thank you for your support!
Isabel
Thank you Susan!
I’m so humbled by everyone’s support and efforts to live a healthier lifestyle.
Isabel
I just remind myself that a single day or even two can’t do much damage. You have to think in terms of AVERAGES, and just fit the bad days into the over-all good. Sometimes you can even LOSE a pound or 2 over the course of a week when you’ve had an indiscretion. The worst part of the day afteris that you’re inevitably HUNGRY because of the glycemic glut. You have to handle that part the first day back from the brink with plenty of protein and veggies, or you could start to slide.