911!!! Have a Last Minute Dinner Date Tonight!
cozylove
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This is only day two of my journey to a healthier slimmer me and BOOM!!....Meeting a friend tonight at 7:30 at a cajun restaurant, Boudreaux's. I have to be strong...I can do without the fries..but need guidance... I still have 519 calories to spare for the evening since I'm not making my own dinner....but I don't want to blow it on my second day.
Will I sound psycho if i keep telling myself "Be strong B!tch!" while on this date... Please advise how to handle this situation because now-a-days restaurant salads seem to have 1000 frickin calories easily!
What to do? What to do???!!!
HELP!!!
Will I sound psycho if i keep telling myself "Be strong B!tch!" while on this date... Please advise how to handle this situation because now-a-days restaurant salads seem to have 1000 frickin calories easily!
What to do? What to do???!!!
HELP!!!
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Try a plain garden salad, no cheese - and stick to vinegar & oil as a dressing - don't clean your plate, you may need to leave some grilled chicken on the plate if it is more than 4-6oz (that's about half the size of a chicken breast)
I think restaurants tend to give more meat than we need0 -
http://www.menuism.com/restaurants/boudreauxs-cajun-kitchen-houston-310854/online-menu
Not sure if this is the same restaurant but I found the menu0 -
Water...drink a couple of glasses during the meal. Eat slow and enjoy the food & the company. No need to clean the plate...look for veggies on the menu & stear clear of bread ( even if it's yummy).0
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Um. Enjoy yourself and the company, then get back on track tomorrow?0
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On a date you will blow it if you don't just eat and have a good time. If you go on about some silly diet tonight, forget having him ever call you again.This is only day two of my journey to a healthier slimmer me and BOOM!!....Meeting a friend tonight at 7:30 at a cajun restaurant, Boudreaux's. I have to be strong...I can do without the fries..but need guidance... I still have 519 calories to spare for the evening since I'm not making my own dinner....but I don't want to blow it on my second day.
Will I sound psycho if i keep telling myself "Be strong B!tch!" while on this date... Please advise how to handle this situation because now-a-days restaurant salads seem to have 1000 frickin calories easily!
What to do? What to do???!!!
HELP!!!
Let today be your weekly "free day" - HAVE FUN!
And tomorrow, buckle down, and no more dates until next week unless the date is meeting at the gym for a workout and a smoothie afterward.0 -
You will not have fun if you are freaking yourself out over your meal plan all night. Get the menu, make the wisest decisions you can and then ENJOY!! Drink water or unsweetened tea and put your fork down and get into the conversation in between bites. You may go over your calories a little but I bet not nearly as much as if this date were last week.
Then tomorrow make sure you eat lots of veggies and get some exercise.0 -
You can make smart choices off of the menu.
Go for lean meat and fresh veggies. In the evening it is better to order double veggies instead of a side of potatoes or rice. even fruit is sugar so consider that. Stay away from the bread and butter and dont order alcohol or soda. order a side salad with low fat vinagrette on the side. only use two tablespoons worth and no crutons. iced tea or iced water is always best.
Pick a meal off the menu and then plug it into MFP.
I went to a place called Ghengis Grill. I thought i made good choices. A bowl with steak, chicken, veggies, sauces and brown rice..
it added up to 800 calories!! double what i should have had for lunch. Its all about smart choices.0 -
pleeeeaaase don't think of it as "BLOWING IT!" You are in charge of your new healthy lifestyle, not the other way around!
I agree with Maximallife, choose a chance to find that someone! and maybe after dinner you will be even more motivated!! If this person means something to you, let him/her in on the situation, if its a blind date style, idk you very well thing, then have a good time and be cautious about the menu. Many websites offer glimpses of nutrition facts and might even have good advice for "swapping"
search "eat this not that" for some "swaps" of your favorite meals.0 -
Walk to the restaurant. That should buy you some more cals.0
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Um. Enjoy yourself and the company, then get back on track tomorrow?
I agree with this one. You're better off just watching your portion sizes, vs. coming across as having OCD with food. Enjoy your date!0 -
Knowing what you are going to choose ahead of time and how many CALORIES you are putting in your mouth will help, and yes, order water. Add some lemon to make it special maybe? Good luck!0
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eat some fish and veggies and have a great time! You won't blow it on the 2nd day. This is a life change and some days are better than others....0
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I'd have something grilled (shrimp sounds good, fish if you like it, they have chicken too), broccoli or green beans, and yep, fries - just eat half the order. Should end up around 500, and if it's a little over, you should be able to burn it off.0
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You can eat something light before you go. A salad, a yogurt, fruit, etc. This may keep you from overeating. You also can eat half your meal and take the rest hone.0
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A few of their menu items are in the database. Look at those before you go. And look for their nutritional information online. If it's in the database, chances are it's also on the web somewhere (you might be able to find more options).0
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You will look like a freak if you order salad with nothing on it...
Stick with a lean protein and side of veggies...look for heart healthy symbols on the menu if they are there...eat half of it and bag the rest.
Most importantly, have FUN!!0 -
[/quote]On a date you will blow it if you don't just eat and have a good time. If you go on about some silly diet tonight, forget having him ever call you again.
Let today be your weekly "free day" - HAVE FUN!
And tomorrow, buckle down, and no more dates until next week unless the date is meeting at the gym for a workout and a smoothie afterward.
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Naw! I ain't going out like that! It's only day two of my journey! If I was one or two months in..then i would be more open to a total cheat night...BUT NOT DAY TWO!!!
Appreciate your input but...NEXT!!0 -
On a date you will blow it if you don't just eat and have a good time. If you go on about some silly diet tonight, forget having him ever call you again.
Let today be your weekly "free day" - HAVE FUN!
And tomorrow, buckle down, and no more dates until next week unless the date is meeting at the gym for a workout and a smoothie afterward.
I'm not quite sure how to edit my reply with "quote post"...but let me try this again...
Naw! I ain't going out like that! It's only day two of my journey! If I was one or two months in..then i would be more open to a total cheat night...BUT NOT DAY TWO!!!
Appreciate your input but...NEXT!!0 -
How does it matter if it's today or a week from today?Naw! I ain't going out like that! It's only day two of my journey! If I was one or two months in..then i would be more open to a total cheat night...BUT NOT DAY TWO!!!
Appreciate your input but...NEXT!!
Oh well, you have fun...0 -
YAY!! I figured it out how to post with a previous post! quote
And BTW...I think my beauty and wonderful convo will not be oversighted by my lack of desire for fried shrimp and Fondue Dip.
The date is about getting to know the person and their personality..not how much cheese sticks or buffalo wings were downed.
IMHO
Sabrina0 -
I wish I was able to "like" your reply... Thanks for the sound advice.0
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either indulge in moderation and get back on track tomorrow, or look up the menu and decide ahead what you are going to get!0
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BTW..I'm really not that psycho person that would be fighting with her inner food demons on a date. I'm not worried about being OCD on a date about my food choices...I just know that this last minute notice (4 hour notice) get together was not part of my "plan" to get back on track with my weight loss journey.
I would soooo be ready for the entire Boudreaux's menu prior to finding this site and support system 48 hours ago.
But y'all have made me a little bit stronger in this very short time...
Smooches!0 -
either indulge in moderation and get back on track tomorrow, or look up the menu and decide ahead what you are going to get!
Lookin up the menu ahead of time...
Thanks a bunches!0 -
Ok, so reading this has really made me mad. Cozy, enjoy yourself tonight. But do NOT give up on your goals. Choose healthy, and ordering a salad won't make you appear crazy. I commend you for wanting to stay on track, but enjoyment on a date can no longer be about what you consume food wise. And the first few weeks you change your life are the hardest. I went on a cruise 3 weeks after I decided to change my life and guess what, I LOST weight. No I didn't not eat, I just made healthier choices, fish, chicken, salads, veggies all were delicious and I enjoyed it because I knew I wasn't putting JUNK in my body that would hurt my progress.
I don't agree with anyone that has told you to just "get back on track tomorrow". This website is supposed to be about encourgement TOWARDS your goals not JUSTIFYING your actions. You will feel much better about the date if you make good choices and don't obsess over what is on your plate. With that said, order a grilled chicken salad with dressing on the side and no croutons. Order a lean steak or grilled fish with veggies.
If you are serious about the changes, don't look at this like a diet, diets fail, it has to be a change in the way you live. I manage my families restaurant and it's hard to make good choices but it's something I have to do. You will be proud of yourself for the choices you make now. Good Luck!0 -
On a date you will blow it if you don't just eat and have a good time. If you go on about some silly diet tonight, forget having him ever call you again.
Let today be your weekly "free day" - HAVE FUN!
And tomorrow, buckle down, and no more dates until next week unless the date is meeting at the gym for a workout and a smoothie afterward.
I'm not quite sure how to edit my reply with "quote post"...but let me try this again...
Naw! I ain't going out like that! It's only day two of my journey! If I was one or two months in..then i would be more open to a total cheat night...BUT NOT DAY TWO!!!
Appreciate your input but...NEXT!!
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You will look like a freak if you order salad with nothing on it...
Damn, I guess I'm a freak. I order salad with nothing on it all the time, with some limes on the side for dressing.0 -
Who the heck takes a doggie bag home on a first date...well, I guess if you want it to be the last date it's ok.0
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Deep breath and remember to drink water with lemon in it. Try for a greek salad with shrimp and dressing on the side. Stay away from the bread and deserts. If going for an appetizer try for something not fried. Granted have no clue what they offer for dinners. If you do order a meal, ask for a to go bag and stick half of it in there before you start eating. Lunch for tomorrow!0
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quote "Will I sound psycho if i keep telling myself "Be strong B!tch!" while on this date... Please advise how to handle this situation because now-a-days restaurant salads seem to have 1000 frickin calories easily!"
Only if you say it out loud LOL
Relax try and find the healthier option on the menu and enjoy. You can always eat better over the next few days to make up any overindulgence.0
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