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How to Deal With the Buffet at a Wedding Reception

FitSugar — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 12:00:00 -0700

It is June and wedding season in is in full bloom. Weddings are fun-filled events, but beware of the buffet. It is all too easy to pile the calories onto one little plate. Here are a few suggestions on how to survive with the buffet table.

Survey the Table: Don't start at the beginning of the table and take one of everything the buffet has to offer. Give the table a once over and pick out the healthiest options. Put those options on your plate.
Easy on the Drinks: Alcoholic drinks are surprisingly high in calories. Plus they diminish your willpower, making it harder for you to make wise decisions.
Drink Plenty of Water: By all means toast with a glass of bubbly, but stick to water for the rest of the evening. It is refreshing, zero calories, and might just make you feel more full.
Walk the Line Once: Don't go back for seconds. Just don't. You want to save room for cake, right?
Avoid Hors d'oeuvre: Starters tend to be high in calories. It seems like food eaten off a napkin doesn't really count; but it does. Go for the crudités – feel no need to limit your consumption of these raw veggies. For dipping sauce, on the other hand, keep a light tough.
Stop When You're Full: Sometimes we all need to be reminded for the obvious. When you are full, stop eating. That is the best way to not over indulge. Just think how light you will feel on the dance floor.

How do you deal with the buffet table at any event? Share your advice in the comments section below.

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Holiday Fit Tip: Buffet Strategies

FitSugar — Wed, 19 Dec 2007 02:30:00 -0800

This time of year, holiday parties are a plenty and with them come plenty of tempting foods and drinks. It is best to walk into a party with a game plan and here are some strategies to help.

Never go to a party hungry. Meeting a buffet table with an empty stomach usually spells diet disaster. Have an apple and a handful of nuts before going out, this way you will not be starving when you start to party.
Alternate your alcoholic beverages with sparkling water. This way you avoid not only calories, but a hangover as well. Champagne and wine have significantly fewer calories than egg nog and hot buttered rum.
Fill your buffet plate with veggies. This way you will fill up on healthy foods. Look for veggies that are simply prepared and not smothered in butter or cheese.

I have a few more tips based on experience. To learn from my mistakes just read more.

When filling your plate take a bite sized portion of dishes that look tasty, but not overly indulgent. This way you will feel like you are treating yourself, without going overboard.
Don’t hang out by the food table. This one seems pretty obvious, but is always worth repeating. Doesn't everything come down to location? You will be less likely to mindlessly snack if you are not near all the food.
Sit down to eat. Even if it is a "stand and talk" party, find a chair and take time to taste and enjoy the party food. This will give you the psychological perspective of having eaten a meal, and help you keep yourself in check.

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Stick to Healthy Eating, Even at Your Bridal Shower

FitSugar — Wed, 16 May 2007 02:30:00 -0700

Now that you're engaged you're going to be attending a lot of parties in your honor: Engagement parties, showers, bachelorette parties, etc. Nothing can kill healthy eating like a wedding shower complete with a plate full of potato salad and cake.

To make sure you don't overindulge this wedding season, here are a few tips to keep you from stressing over eating at parties:

Don't show up on an empty stomach. Have a little something healthy at home, this way you won't feel the need to stuff your face upon your first sighting of the buffet table.
Have a say. Chances are the person planning the party may ask what kinds of foods you'd like to have there. Ask for healthy options as well as typical party fare.
Make sure you eat. I know this one seems obvious, but everyone wants to talk to the bride and sometimes it's hard to get a bite in. Chances are your body is already running on low fuel as it is and the last thing you want is to get sick because you're not getting enough nutrients. Can't break away from Auntie Emily telling you about her bunions? Ask a good friend or mom to fill a plate for you with lots of healthy (and yummy) stuff.
Drinking can be your worst enemy. I'm not saying don't drink, but drink in moderation at these parties. A drunk bride can be a little unsightly, not to mention the added calories you'll be getting from that 4th vodka tonic.
Party games anyone? Parties do not have to only consist of drinking and eating. Ask the planner to plan activities that get everyone moving and burning off a little of that ganache. Pin the veil on the bride anyone?
Don't be too hard on yourself. This one is important! These parties are meant to be fun. If you splurge and have a few extra pieces of cake, it's OK...besides you didn't want to be rude, now did you? Just promise yourself you'll hit the gym for an extra 5 minutes the next day.

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