Key Takeaways
When people begin a weight-loss journey, one of the first things people cut out is dessert.
But Im here to take a stab at change your mind about this old way of thinking.
In fact, allowing yourself to enjoy dessert can actually make weight loss easier.
Yes, you read that right.
It wont sabotage your weight-loss goals, as long as you give yourself unconditional permission to eat it.
Its also worth mentioning that weight loss shouldnt be your only health goal.
Many other factors influence your health, including quality of sleep, stress levels andhow hydrated you are.
In Defense of Dessert
But how can this be?
Arent we supposed to be hardwired to fear dessert for all of the sugar and calories it can contain?
Additionally,severely restricting foodthat you like and want to eat often leads to bingeing later.
Bingeing can lead to shame and more restriction, then ultimately bingeing againand so the cycle goes.
So, start with a smaller portion of dessert.
Notice the flavors, textures and how the food makes you feelphysically and mentally.
take a stab at enjoy every bite.
Does this mean you will never reach for that second cookie or slice of cake again?
Sometimes we want to have more even if we are full just because we enjoy it so much.
Honor that and notice the way it makes you feel.
The Bottom Line
If youre trying to lose weight, absolutely continue to enjoy dessert.
After all, you should probably eat to stay alive.
Shouldnt you enjoy what youre eating?
