DESTINATION DIET

French women don’t get fat. A book by the same name became an international best-seller. Because it’s true. What is the secret behind French treats and the way they are consumed, so that they don’t affect the trim waistlines of French women?
RULE 1: INSIST ON QUALITY
One should be very particular about purchasing artisanal products, where only the most strictly quality controlled produce and ingredients have been used. The proliferation of fast food chains which serve economical but usually unhealthy and processed products. Some schools have banned vending machines that sell junk food. If you are going to consume calories, make sure they are from something delicate, delicious and of the highest quality.
RULE 2: KNOW YOUR LIMITS
One should abide by basic and very traditional eating habits. Three meals a day are obligatory. Eating between the meals and snacking is discouraged, as is skipping meals. It’s all about balance. The important thing is moderation and portion control. One can eat bread at every meal, but don’t decimate entire loaves. Excess isn’t an option. Eating is not actively indulged in as a feel good factor. Don’t demolish entire kitchens because your are hungry, depressed or bored. Rather food is a connoisseur’s delight, to be savoured slowly and relished in small doses.
RULE3: THE MIDDLE PATH
You know in the world’s fashion capital Paris, gyms are seriously unfashionable.Exercise generally constitutes walking one’s poodle in a beautiful park or tree lined avenue. It is, after all, crucial that whatever form of exercise you choose, it should seamlessly fit your lifestyle and the culture of your environs. Only then can it be sustainable, enjoyable and effective.