1. Front-Load Your Calories
“My key to not eating cupcakes all day? A high-protein breakfast fills me up and keeps me satisfied. My favorite: egg whites with basil and tomatoes. And I plan a lunch I can look forward to, like brown rice sushi or chicken and broccoli. Yum! -Linda Lea, producer for the Food Network’s Chopped and co-owner of Butter Lane Cupcakes in NYC.
2. Savor Your Sips
“When I’m at a wine-tasting party for a client, it can be hard to keep track of how much I’ve had to drink. The wine glasses (and calories!) can add up. My trick: Sip Slowly. By the time we’re ready to move to the next pairing, they’ve cleared the glass away.” -Melissa Libby, restaurant publicist
3. Freshen Up
“I brush my teeth multiple times a day because having a clean-mouth feeling keeps me from wanting to nosh. Fudge-stuffed cupcakes don’t taste as delicious with minty breath. Chewing on a piece of strong, peppermint gum stops the nibbling cold, too.” -Bianca Henry, Today Show food stylist, NYC
4. Downsize Your Utensils
“If I’m tasting a dessert, I’ll use an espresso spoon—you can only load so much on it. That way, I can enjoy a spoonful of chocolate pudding cake with coffee ice cream without overdoing it. Smaller spoon, fewer calories!” -Emily Luchetti, executive pastry chef, Waterbar and Farallon restaurants in San Francisco
5. Fill Up on H2O…
“As soon as I get to work, I drink 8 ounces of water. It helps me fuel and connect with my body, and I just don’t find myself reaching for cookies when I’m well-hydrated.” -Linda Lea
6. …And Make It Bubbly
“I love mixing textures with meals, so I drink sparkling water with lunch or when I’m taste-testing food. The bubbles give me the sensation of being full.” -Jill Santopietro, senior food editor for chow.now
7. Snack Smart
“I sample our goat cheese dozens of times per day. Instead of eating it on a cracker or bread, I’ll pop a piece on a slice of apple or eat it plain to save calories.” -Tasia Malakasis, owner of Belle Chevre goat cheese creamery in Elkmont, Alabama
8. Nut Up
“For me, a key to not eating too much junk fook on set is keeping a stash of healthy almonds to nibble on instead; they’re my perfect snack. The combination of protein and fiber helps prevent blood sugar crashes, the fat is good-for-you fat, and the crunchy texture requires a good bit of chewing, so I feel like I’m really eating something. Plus, they’re incredibly portable.” -Bianca Henry
9. Make Plans To Indulge
“I’ll have an afternoon cappuccino with cocoa dusted on top. If I have that to look forward to, I’ll behave the rest of the day.” -Emily Luchetti
10. Freeze The Goodies
“The freezer is one of the most underutilized tools in your kitchen. It’s not just for ice cream; I freeze nuts, brownies, and cookie dough. That way, I won’t eat it right away, and I don’t feel like I’m wasting food by throwing it out.” -Jill Santopietro
“My key to not eating cupcakes all day? A high-protein breakfast fills me up and keeps me satisfied. My favorite: egg whites with basil and tomatoes. And I plan a lunch I can look forward to, like brown rice sushi or chicken and broccoli. Yum! -Linda Lea, producer for the Food Network’s Chopped and co-owner of Butter Lane Cupcakes in NYC.
2. Savor Your Sips
“When I’m at a wine-tasting party for a client, it can be hard to keep track of how much I’ve had to drink. The wine glasses (and calories!) can add up. My trick: Sip Slowly. By the time we’re ready to move to the next pairing, they’ve cleared the glass away.” -Melissa Libby, restaurant publicist
3. Freshen Up
“I brush my teeth multiple times a day because having a clean-mouth feeling keeps me from wanting to nosh. Fudge-stuffed cupcakes don’t taste as delicious with minty breath. Chewing on a piece of strong, peppermint gum stops the nibbling cold, too.” -Bianca Henry, Today Show food stylist, NYC
4. Downsize Your Utensils
“If I’m tasting a dessert, I’ll use an espresso spoon—you can only load so much on it. That way, I can enjoy a spoonful of chocolate pudding cake with coffee ice cream without overdoing it. Smaller spoon, fewer calories!” -Emily Luchetti, executive pastry chef, Waterbar and Farallon restaurants in San Francisco
5. Fill Up on H2O…
“As soon as I get to work, I drink 8 ounces of water. It helps me fuel and connect with my body, and I just don’t find myself reaching for cookies when I’m well-hydrated.” -Linda Lea
6. …And Make It Bubbly
“I love mixing textures with meals, so I drink sparkling water with lunch or when I’m taste-testing food. The bubbles give me the sensation of being full.” -Jill Santopietro, senior food editor for chow.now
7. Snack Smart
“I sample our goat cheese dozens of times per day. Instead of eating it on a cracker or bread, I’ll pop a piece on a slice of apple or eat it plain to save calories.” -Tasia Malakasis, owner of Belle Chevre goat cheese creamery in Elkmont, Alabama
8. Nut Up
“For me, a key to not eating too much junk fook on set is keeping a stash of healthy almonds to nibble on instead; they’re my perfect snack. The combination of protein and fiber helps prevent blood sugar crashes, the fat is good-for-you fat, and the crunchy texture requires a good bit of chewing, so I feel like I’m really eating something. Plus, they’re incredibly portable.” -Bianca Henry
9. Make Plans To Indulge
“I’ll have an afternoon cappuccino with cocoa dusted on top. If I have that to look forward to, I’ll behave the rest of the day.” -Emily Luchetti
10. Freeze The Goodies
“The freezer is one of the most underutilized tools in your kitchen. It’s not just for ice cream; I freeze nuts, brownies, and cookie dough. That way, I won’t eat it right away, and I don’t feel like I’m wasting food by throwing it out.” -Jill Santopietro
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Secrets To SUPER Willpower
Health Magazine/ March 2011/ By Leslie Goldman
