must... resist... pizza...

c3nterstage
c3nterstage Posts: 46
in Food and Nutrition
i have a meeting tomorrow and pizza is being ordered. and oh good gracious i know im going to want some. any suggestions for what to bring that is exciting enough i'll be able to say no to the pizza. (im pretty sure if i just bring my regular salad and yogurt i'll end up eating that AND pizza!) Help!

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  • ubermensch13
    ubermensch13 Posts: 824 Member
    Can't you fit it into your calories? I mean, pizza is pretty good, and if you only eat it every so often, it isn't a big deal.
  • CombatGirl93
    CombatGirl93 Posts: 45 Member
    If I was in that situation I'd have some pizza...with a side salad!! Had some this evening actually, and it really hit the spot! :)
  • emilyc85
    emilyc85 Posts: 450 Member
    I agree, see if you can somehow swing it into your daily calories and enjoy a couple slices!!
  • paxbfl
    paxbfl Posts: 391 Member
    I don't give up pizza. I still have a slice now and then. But I have one plain slice instead of 3 "meat lovers" slices.

    Have 1 slice of plain pizza and a side salad and promise yourself you won't have more than that.

    Good luck!
  • robindina
    robindina Posts: 157 Member
    I would have the pizza and just calculate the calories.
  • CrazyFly7
    CrazyFly7 Posts: 50 Member
    Have a slice of pizza with veggies and have your salad after that. Pizza's not all that awful for you as long as it's in moderation. If you still feel guilty about eating the pizza maybe go for a quick walk around the neighborhood after the meeting to burn some calories.
  • c3nterstage
    c3nterstage Posts: 46
    i love you people
  • Christinabrooke90
    Christinabrooke90 Posts: 3
    I work in a pizzeria!!! I get offered a slice every day it just takes willpower to say no. However, everyone is right! Eat a slice!! A small indulgence won't hurt!
  • xcmtnracer
    xcmtnracer Posts: 426 Member
    Pizza is the best food, all food groups, just drink red wine with it and call it good.
  • concordancia
    concordancia Posts: 5,320 Member
    Have your salad BEFORE the pizza.
  • chocolaty68
    chocolaty68 Posts: 7 Member
    Don't deny your craving just don't go over board . Ask if they can order pizza that is white with veggies or just regular pizza with veggies that will help you as well. Drink water with lemon and have a side salad. Or you can eat before the meeting so that your full and take a low cal snack so it wont tempt you.
  • Jentaylor0295
    Jentaylor0295 Posts: 93 Member
    I too would opt for a slice or two with salad. Eat the salad first so you kinda fill up. Or if they offer a broth based soup you can try that first. usually if i have pizza I just really watch what I eat the rest of the day.
  • mareeee1234
    mareeee1234 Posts: 674 Member
    I personally wouldn't, I feel empowered when I make the healthier choice haha, but do what you wannt :) You may very well deserve this pizza!
  • lilpoindexter
    lilpoindexter Posts: 1,122 Member
    1 SLICE...just one...Will not derail any sort of long term plan you have...and it might help prevent you from binging during a weak moment.
  • mjhedgehog
    mjhedgehog Posts: 249 Member
    I could never give up pizza, its too delicious.
  • xcmtnracer
    xcmtnracer Posts: 426 Member
    I eat pizza like a college kid, at least three times a week and then some, just motivates me to burn more calories because I love the za.
  • gmallan
    gmallan Posts: 2,099 Member
    Eat a big healthy meal before hand and drink somewater so you either are too full to fit any in or can only fit in a small amount. Make sure it fits into your calories though
  • foxymama73
    foxymama73 Posts: 60 Member
    If you can just tell your self that ONE piece will be alright, you'll be fine. Another suggestion, bring your own. Lean Cuisine makes the best "diet" pizzas ever. You're satisfying a craving, without totally wrecking your diet. This is experience talking:smile:
  • ajourney2beme
    ajourney2beme Posts: 181 Member
    I have to agree with most of the people above. HAVE THE PIZZA!!! Just work it into your calories, do a little extra workout if you have to.
  • foxymama73
    foxymama73 Posts: 60 Member
    I agree, can I quote you?:smile:
  • foxymama73
    foxymama73 Posts: 60 Member
    I could never give up pizza, its too delicious.
  • erika0430
    erika0430 Posts: 57
    You could just eat the Toppings!
    Or thin crust no cheese or light cheese
    Don't eat the crust
  • tsh0ck
    tsh0ck Posts: 1,970 Member
    i have a meeting tomorrow and pizza is being ordered. and oh good gracious i know im going to want some. any suggestions for what to bring that is exciting enough i'll be able to say no to the pizza. (im pretty sure if i just bring my regular salad and yogurt i'll end up eating that AND pizza!) Help!

    now, I had some cold pizza for lunch, so maybe I'm not the best to come to on this, but ...

    I'd just eat the pizza.
  • stephross88
    stephross88 Posts: 846 Member
    Listen. Eat the pizza. It's OK. If you stop eating (pizza, ice cream, cookies, cake, etc.etc.etc.) all together, you are setting yourself up for failure. I have lost over 100 pounds in the last 9 months and just had almost a whole Kashi pizza for lunch, and half a Hardee's ice cream cookie sandwich before I worked out. The point in this journey is that the good must outweigh the bad...but remember, there can be no good without bad.
  • tsh0ck
    tsh0ck Posts: 1,970 Member
    and no reason to stick to one slice, by the way. two is still not a terrible blow to the calorie bank. and if you get to the gym ... three is easily doable.
  • Rayman79
    Rayman79 Posts: 2,009 Member
    Eat your salad about half an hour before your meeting. Have a slice or two and leave it at that!

    You will never go through life avoiding all temptations, the trick is to work it into your daily plan and not feel guilty about it. Personally the days I can indulge in pizza/icecream/burgers etc and have it fit into my macros are THE BEST DAYS!
  • djames92
    djames92 Posts: 990 Member
    Listen. Eat the pizza. It's OK. If you stop eating (pizza, ice cream, cookies, cake, etc.etc.etc.) all together, you are setting yourself up for failure. I have lost over 100 pounds in the last 9 months and just had almost a whole Kashi pizza for lunch, and half a Hardee's ice cream cookie sandwich before I worked out. The point in this journey is that the good must outweigh the bad...but remember, there can be no good without bad.
    this girl knows whats up
  • Ready2Rock206
    Ready2Rock206 Posts: 9,487 Member
    My cousin ordered pizza for the family tonight. I ate it, then went to the gym and ended the day perfectly in the green. Have the salad and a slice or two of pizza!
  • neanderthin
    neanderthin Posts: 10,207 Member
    Pizza has been declared a vegetable serving for over a year, so your gold.
  • katy_trail
    katy_trail Posts: 1,992 Member
    If you feel you won't be able to stop at your designated serving size, 1 slice or whatever, you could also make yourself something with the flavors the pizza would have, or pizza flavors that an ordinary pizza place won't offer.

    your own pizza flavored salad with mini turkey pepperoni's or your fav. pizza topping.

    pizza pocket with turkey pepperoni- my kids love those too. so easy to make.
    made with piita pockets or your fav. tortilla

    your own gormet pizza

    you could also make buffalo chicken flavored any of the above, much healthier than eating actual buffalo chicken pizza.

    http://smittenkitchen.com/blog/2008/06/10-paths-to-painless-pizza-making/

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