While eating that delicious-looking dessert sitting in front of you may seem like an okay idea at the time, later on you will regret ever laying eyes on it. If you are living with a digestive disease, or really any dietary restriction, you know what I'm talking about: that pizza, birthday cake, or part of the Thanksgiving feast you know you shouldn't have, but decide to eat anyways. Often, we get put in situations where edible temptations are put in front of us; whether or not we give into those temptations determines how we feel later on. Here are 3 tips to help yourself say no. 1. Eat beforehandIf you are going somewhere where you know before people are eating, eat before you go. This way you won't be hungry, and will be less likely to indulge. 2. Always have a snackA big part of socializing is food. With that said, you can't always eat what other people are able to. By carrying a snack, you can choose to eat that instead of something that is not within your dietary guidelines. 3. Check the menuNowadays, most restaurants have online menus. Check and see if the restaurant you are going to has safe options for you to eat. That way, you can be prepared with an order, eating beforehand, or bringing something with you. 4. Remove yourselfIt is okay to excuse yourself. People understand that it is hard for you to watch others eat food you want but can't have. And if you simply can't leave the event, excuse yourself to the bathroom, or step outside to make a phone call during mealtime. The bottom line is, if you feel like you can't trust yourself around certain foods, try not to be around them. It is important to remember that even though you may not have control over the body you are given and its limitations, you do have the ability to help yourself feel the best you can by making smart choices. Say no!
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