Cheat Meals: How to Indulge Without Guilt

Cheat meals can actually help your diet when done right.

Benefits of Cheat Meals

• Mental break from dieting
• Boosts metabolism temporarily
• Prevents binge eating
• Makes diet sustainable

Smart Cheat Meal Rules

• Limit to once a week
• Choose one meal, not a whole day
• Eat slowly and enjoy
• Don't skip meals before
• Get back on track next meal

Better Cheat Options

• Pizza (2-3 slices) over burger + fries
• Dark chocolate over milk chocolate
• Homemade dessert over store-bought