Comments on: Diet Tip: Cutting Up Your Food

By: Matt @ The Athlete's Plate

Matt @ The Athlete's Plate — Thu, 13 Sep 2012 23:48:09 +0000

I <3 salmon burgers

By: Lauren @ Oatmeal after Spinning

Lauren @ Oatmeal after Spinning — Thu, 13 Sep 2012 15:46:08 +0000

I think that simple little “action” tips like this are the best. As I’ve said to you before- it’s not about knowing what to eat, vs. what not to eat- it’s all about habits. And this is a really good one! I cut up things teeny tiny to make a chopped salad, and it sounds silly, but it makes me eat a lot slower- rather than having a HUGE bite of gigantic pieces of lettuce!
I also LOVE the tip you shared not too long ago about having a full glass of water before each meal. That is just SUCH a great tip and so easy!

By: Ashley

Ashley — Thu, 13 Sep 2012 10:32:08 +0000

I’ll have to look for those Allison!

By: Allison@commitcomplete

Allison@commitcomplete — Thu, 13 Sep 2012 02:54:11 +0000

I love TJ’s salmon burgers. They also make delicious mahi mahi burgers as well!

By: Trisha

Trisha — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 22:39:25 +0000

I often get made fun of for taking the time to cut up my food before I eat it, but I find it so much more satisfying that way. Especially restaurant salads. Often times, restaurant salads are served with tomato wedges, cucumber slices & sliced grilled chicken. If I take the time to dice everything up & mix it around, I get a little bit of everything in each bite and I can trick myself into thinking I’m eating more than I really am. I’m not a huge salad dressing fan in general but watering it down is a great idea!

By: Meghan @ After the Ivy League

Meghan @ After the Ivy League — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 21:37:26 +0000

I literally just bought those same salmon burgers at Trader Joe’s this past weekend. I haven’t tried them yet though, are they good? Trader Joe’s has never let me down in the past so I’m hoping they are!

By: Corrie Anne

Corrie Anne — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 20:39:50 +0000

That’s possible! I definitely prefer to eat my sandwiches cut in half if nothing else!!!

By: Jessica Washburn@sweatismysanity

Jessica Washburn@sweatismysanity — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 19:46:19 +0000

I’m a Ranch girl all the way so I’v been watering my dressing down for years…saves so much fat/calories and I can still enjoy my favorite dressing…tastes way better than fat free. Those salmon burgers look good, I’ll have to give them a try.

By: Kati Mora, MS, RD, Kellogg's FiberPlus(R) Wellness Advocate

Kati Mora, MS, RD, Kellogg's FiberPlus(R) Wellness Advocate — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 18:39:42 +0000

I think being more present at meal times is key. Whether you’re cutting up your food, incorporating fiber-rich foods that require more chewing, or even just planning your meals ahead of time, being more aware of what you are eating can help you keep portions in check and ensure that you are getting the nutrients your body needs. Love that you found something that works for you.

By: Bailey @ Onederland or Bust!

Bailey @ Onederland or Bust! — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 18:26:25 +0000

I’m having almost this exact same dinner tonight but with a turkey burger
I like cutting up my food as well. It’s funny how we can trick our brains like that.