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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]A few lines that have helped me when people try to get me to eat something that would derail a weight loss effort:

(In response to suggestions of ordering more food or a heavier meal) I have really been craving exactly what I ordered -- I was thinking about it all morning/ afternoon/ evening.

(In response to encouragements to have another glass of wine) If I have that I'll fall asleep sitting up at the table.

(In response to encouragements to order dessert/ split dessert) I'm perfectly stuffed right now and don't want to be uncomfortable. I'll have to save room for it another time. OR You know, bread pudding/ bananas foster/ etc has never been a favorite of mine. Nothing on this dessert menu is speaking to me. I wonder if they'd bring me something simple like fresh fruit or sorbet if I asked for it? (then people will change the conversation to speculation on whether or not the restaurant will be accommodating)

Agree with PPs who said not to talk about your weight loss efforts. If someone comments or compliments you, it is perfectly acceptable to say thank you and let them know that it was difficult in the beginning but now your body is craving the foods you are fueling it with and you don't feel that great when you eat larger portions or heavier foods.

I went on a group vacation before my wedding and I was pretty focused on losing weight/ not gaining. I found just giving a simple answer and then quickly changing to subject to ask someone else a question worked 99% of the time. "I am not really in the mood for french fries. By the way, I might have forgotten my sunscreen, did anyone else pack some?" Just shut it down.

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No, it's not "perfectly acceptable" to yammer on sanctimoniously. A simple "thank you" to a compliment suffices. To a general comment like, "are you on Atkins," a very simple, "No, just limiting carbs and watching my portions" is fine. Beyond that is just inane and braggy. Because you're sooooo virtuous that "my body craves the food I'm fueling with it" gak, ugh, no.[/quote]

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