Showing up to the barbecue too hungry.
Susie recommends having ahigh-protein snackbefore the event such as cottage cheese or Greek yogurt.
This can prevent overeating by helping you feel more in control and make healthier choices.
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Standing around and grazing.
You load up your plate with the first thing you see.
Susie shares that her Labor Day BBQs are served buffet style.
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“Pro tip: watch yourportion sizes!
Eating something just because it’s there.
Similarly, seeing a ton of food laying on the tables can be exciting.
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Whatever it is, it’s crucial that you be sure you really want to eat it.
“Give yourself permission to choose the things that willsatisfy youand skip the things that won’t.”
Not prioritizing the foods you could only get at this time of year.
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BBQ season bringsseasonal foodsthat you’re unable to enjoy all year round.
Completely avoiding any produce.
As much as you want to enjoy that ice cream, be sure to balance it out.
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You want to also fill your plate with fresh fruit and veggies,” says Susie.
This will help balance your plate.
Eating foods in the wrong order.
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Not paying attention to total carb intake.
“For most people, I generally recommend keeping carbs to 1/4 of your plate,” suggests Azzaro.
Plus, an ear of corn for sides, beer or other alcoholic beverages, and a dessert.
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This can impactblood sugarand weight management (if those are concerns)."
Not checking in with yourself as you eat.
It can be easy to mindlessly eat at social gatherings, especially if you stand by the snack table.
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You’re not paying attention to what you’re grabbing or how much you’re eating.
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