Rules for Temptation: How to Enjoy the Donut Without Losing Your Health Goals

Let’s be real: life is full of delicious temptations. Pizza, craft beer, an outstanding bottle of wine...or, in my case, a box of legendary Country Donuts from Crystal Lake, Illinois.

Here’s the thing: I believe in healthy eating habits. But I also believe those habits have to be sustainable. If you try to go through life never indulging, you’re setting yourself up for frustration, and ultimately failure.

That’s why I live by a simple set of Rules for Temptation. These aren’t about restriction or guilt. They’re about having a strategy so you can indulge smartly, enjoy fully, and still keep moving toward your health goals.

In this episode, I share:

The Four Rules for Temptation

1. Set High Standards – Don’t waste calories on junk. Only indulge if it’s truly ...