One word is guaranteed to derail healthy eating in my house. Once out there, it can’t be retracted. That word is Indian! It’s straight to the Dial a Curry takeaway menu when it’s uttered. That said, it’s only an occasional guilty pleasure.
But what if your healthy eating plans are constantly being challenged – by your partner, work colleague or parent? It’s hard always to say no and be seen as the killjoy or party pooper. We asked two psychologists to look at the common scenarios we face daily and give us some practical advice for letting those diet saboteurs down lightly and politely (p26).