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We want to know what questions you have on health and wellness. Share your questions here and Arlene Sanoy, registered dietician at Kraft Kitchens, will stop by monthly to select two questions to be answered in our new upcoming KRAFT Live Healthy & Happy newsletter. The answers will also be posted here for everyone to see on the message boards.
Please keep in mind that other members may claim medical or nutrition expertise or status that they may, or may not, possess. Please use good judgment and discretion in following their advice. Always check with your doctor or nutritionist before modifying your diet.
Arlene Sanoy RD Kraft Kitchens
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Nov 18, 2008 9:20 AM
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> I’m on a diet, and I’m dreading the holidays. I want
> them to be fun, but I’m scared I’m going to gain
> weight! I don't want to lose ground, but I don't want
> to miss out either.
Hi Fresser,
Holidays can be challenging! First, don’t panic. Keep in mind the average holiday weight gain is only 1 pound! And remember moderation is key. If you overdo it at one meal, don’t feel guilty; instead, eat a little less at the next and resolve to move more. By staying active you’ll handle stress better and burn some extra calories.
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Arlene Sanoy RD Kraft Kitchens
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Nov 18, 2008 9:16 AM
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Now that the holiday season is upon us, how do you use the meal plan when you attend a party? How can I accurately calculate what I've eaten if I haven't prepared it or have any idea how it was prepared? I guess I can do the best I can to tally up the evenings calories, but I'd love some advice on how others handle these occasions. Thanks!
-mrslowry1
One key component to smart party eating is to not arrive hungry. Have a small, nutritious snack before you get there and focus on conversation, not food. As far as tallying calories, offer to bring a dish that fits with your eating goals. This will give you a fall back plan!
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Sep 3, 2008 1:47 PM
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I’m on a diet, and I’m dreading the holidays. I want them to be fun, but I’m scared I’m going to gain weight! I don't want to lose ground, but I don't want to miss out either.
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Aug 18, 2008 10:30 AM
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> I load up on fruits and vegetables and stay away from
> the dips, chips and fried foods.  . Fruits and
> veggies are high in fiber, low in calories and fat.
> This way you want feel bad after you leave the party.
I don't get it?
It's a PAR TAY! The whole point is to eat and drink stuff you stay away from otherwise.
It would ve very, very sad to eat veggies and not dip at a PAR TAY.
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Aug 16, 2008 8:21 PM
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stay away from long island
ice tea's. i loved them,but i found out that
they are packed with the calories.
sad day for me.
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Aug 16, 2008 12:38 PM
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I load up on fruits and vegetables and stay away from the dips, chips and fried foods. . Fruits and veggies are high in fiber, low in calories and fat. This way you want feel bad after you leave the party.
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Aug 14, 2008 1:08 PM
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I walk everywhere. It burns up more calories.
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Aug 14, 2008 12:34 PM
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> I only allow myself a certain number of calories per
> day. When I'm at a party I never eat, that way I can
> have more to drink. I find if I only have 1 or 2
> drinks I get hungry, but if I have more I don't, so I
> usually toss back 3-4 G&Ts before I head out. This
> strategy won't work for everyone.
Hope you have a designated driver.
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Aug 14, 2008 12:22 PM
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I only allow myself a certain number of calories per day. When I'm at a party I never eat, that way I can have more to drink. I find if I only have 1 or 2 drinks I get hungry, but if I have more I don't, so I usually toss back 3-4 G&Ts before I head out. This strategy won't work for everyone.
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Aug 14, 2008 11:28 AM
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Why worry about what you eat at a party?
You should probably worry a lot more about the processed convenience foods you eat on an everyday basis than what you eat at parties.
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Aug 14, 2008 9:21 AM
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When I was doing the Glycemix Index and I would go to parties I would eat before I got there so that way I wasn't starving. Then if I did want to have something while there I would take 1 or 2 appetizers on a cocktail napkin instead of loading a plate full of food. Also, mingling/standing while eating is a way to not eat as much.
When not doing the GI I pretty much agree with Bra Fat. She's right when she says "It's not like it's an everyday thing". Eat drink and be merry are my words to live by (especially the dinking part  ).
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Aug 13, 2008 3:06 PM
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Hi again Arlene!
I think it's OK just to eat whatever at a party.
It's not like it's an everyday thing.
Then you can just skip eating the next day if you really pigged out.
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Arlene Sanoy RD Kraft Kitchens
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Aug 13, 2008 2:46 PM
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Everyone loves a party. But it can be tough to stick to an eating plan when tempted by a delicious spread! If you have questions or thoughts about smart celebration eating, send them our way! We may answer your question in an upcoming edition of KRAFT Live Happy and Healthy.
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