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Cheating Days when You do not Eat Right

Written by: Gunborg Palme, certified psychologist and certified psychotherapist, teacher and tutor in psychotherapy.
First version: 22 Jul 2008. Latest version: 15 Oct 2008.

Abstract:

No, it is not a good idea to have one cheating day each week. You may have to cheat occasionally, but a particular day is not a good idea.

Question:

Is it a good idea to have one day a week, when you cheat from your normal planned diet, and eat as much as you want?

Answer:

I don't think it is a good idea. In a single day you can destroy more than a whole week's work. Furthermore, you may not really want to cheat on just this day as you might be occupied with other activities. However you can cheat occasionally. Chose a day when you have some special dish in mind and then return to your healthier diet.
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