[Mrs Quadcrew]

Interesting post! I too do not have a "cheat" day. There are obviously days when I eat something that I don't normally have, I just count it and go on. I do things like only eat beef once a week - and I want it to be goood! (like a nice steak) but even then, I don't "cheat". I have to like what I am eating, if I am not enjoying my food, I won't stick with this for the rest of my life. SO, I make sure what I eat is GOOD! (and that way I don't feel like I even need to have a cheat day!)

[practiceliving]

I'm another one who isn't a fan of "cheat" days. I am trying to create a healthier relationship with food and my body, so I am trying to avoid words like "cheat" and that sort of thing.

My goal is something I've heard from both my doctor and a few nutritionists - the 80/20 rule (or sometimes the 90/10 rule). If you eat a healthful and balanced diet 80% of the time, the other 20% is less important. So, for example, this week I've been eating well, I'm taking my BF out for a nice dinner tonight, and I won't worry about it if I have dessert tonight.

[kate1970]

I allow myself red meat and wine on a Saturday, it give me something to look forward to. During the week I stick to fish, chicken or turkey and water or tea.