A study in the New England Journal of Medicine found that obesity can be “socially contagious” and may spread among friends. Umm… Are we talking about the common cold here? Nope. Researchers say your own risk goes up 57% if a friend becomes obese. Here are three ways to defend yourself against those who put you and your fat loss goals at risk:

The Office Candy Jar:

Whether it’s actually a candy jar, doughnuts in the lunch room, or the vending machine in the hallway… it’s all bad news. Five candies a day can add up to 125 calories a day, or 12 pounds a year. SOLUTION: Pack some healthy snacks at your desk. Nuts, granola bars, and pieces of fruit work very well and don’t forget to drink your water. Sugar-free gum will help tame those cravings as well.

Your Significant Other:

It’s much easier to order in or go out for dinner but things can turn ugly when “once in awhile” turns into a couple times a week. SOLUTION: Get rid of those takeout menus and 2 for 1 dinner coupons, and start cooking healthy home-made meals at home with your significant other. Go all week without ordering in, then reward yourselves at a favorite restaurant during the weekend.

Your Colleagues:

Someone from your office always wants to grab a bite to eat at the food court or local fast food joint. There’s leftovers from a meeting in the lunch room, or Bill from HR is retiring so pieces of cake await. Sound familiar? SOLUTION: Always pack your lunch. Just think of the money your saving when your buddy Jim is spending $10 for his greasy burger combo and soft drink. If you must have cake, leave the icing on your plate.

For more ideas regarding healthy eating check out Mike Geary’s book The Truth About Six Pack Abs, currently the top selling abs program on the internet.

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