It's like the aunt who made the pecan pie just for you or the host who feels like she hasn't met your needs unless you've had thirds. These well-intentioned gestures can sabotage your best efforts to maintain a healthy weight. So what I say is try to rehearse the words 'No, thank you' in a firm, but polite tone. |
The idea is that if you wear tight-fitted clothing, you're more likely to feel it when you've eaten enough food. Wearing a belt can help, too. |
We're getting so used to eating out and used to (restaurants') portion sizes. We're getting a distorted view of what portion sizes are. We're not likely to make a distinction between restaurant sizes and real sizes when going home. |