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I'm from Canada so we don't have The Big E. I tried to help out and looked up the event online. It looks awesome!! First thing I can say is to buy a bottle of water!! Also, since the portions seem pretty big try to share with people to make sure you can eat less. Don't stress too much , try your best and have fun! Trust yourself!

I am not familiar with this fair but at our MN state fair there were salads and fruits served. You can get a burger or hot dog throw the bun or eat half of it. There should be some sort of chicken. Stay away from the deep fried stuff. If you go over your food numbers don't worry just get back on track the next day. Have fun!

See if any of the vendors are selling salads for food. Stay away from all fried food if you can help it and keep in mind portion sizes. Good luck!

I dont know anything about this fair I however do live in Dallas Texas where the TEXAS STATE FAIR is always held and if the food at your fair is anything like what we have...DONT EAT ANY OF IT, lol. Since your only going for 2 hours maybe eat something a little before you go and then as soon as you get home. If you must just have a sampling of the tasty treats your fair has, definitely do what another poster said and find a friend or 3 to share it with. Having said that, one day or one treat isnt going to sidetrack your overall efforts anyway, so indulge a little and dont feel guilty about it. I spent 20 years in bodybuilding and ate nothing but tuna and rice pretty much every day for almost two decades....that is no way to live...enjoy yourself every now and then and treat yourself to something tasty-it wont hurt a bit and will keep you sane for the long journey of a healthy lifestyle.

I went to my State's Fair last month and tried so very hard to avoid all the smells and wonderful food. Didn't work. I ate everything from corn dogs to fried cookie dough. But you know what? I worked out heavy the next day and forgot all about the setback I had. Took me a couple of days to get back on track and I didn't punish myself or get depressed.

I just went to a fair this weekend. Not all the food is all that bad. I bought a bottle of water for $5dollars and a piece of grilled chicken for more than I care to remember! So just try to stay away from the sugar and the fried foods.

I am proud of myself though. They had these gourmet candle apples with any kind of candy you want on them...plus the caramel. I stared at them for a long time. My mouth watered..and then I though about all of calories and how well I have been doing.. and I moved on!

You can do it! I did..and I NEVER turn away from fair food.. I ma this year! Good luck!

Eat a big, filling, healthy meal before you go! That way you won't get hungry while you're there. & even if you do start to get hungry a small snack at the fair will help quell your appetite. At the fair, stick to protien vs carbs - less detriment & more filling!

I've always wanted to attend the Big E. Just finished with the MD state fair where I was there for 4 days and I understand the difficult time of avoiding all of the great food. Find someone selling seafood (not fried) or chicken and avoid foods from the big carnival vendors. At our fair there is a section of food served by local non-profit groups, they usually have something a bit healthier and usually cheaper. Either way just enjoy the fair and don't stress to much about the one day.