What is a cheat meal?

A cheat meal is a planned, controlled deviation from an established diet, which is used as part of long-term diets. The main function of this method is psychological, as it helps reduce the level of emotional tension, prevent social isolation on a diet, and avoid breakdowns when a person completely loses control over food due to accumulated fatigue from restrictions.

However, a cheat meal is not a license for uncontrolled overeating and destroying any food supplies in one sitting. For this phenomenon to benefit the metabolism and psyche, rather than harm weight loss results, it is important to follow certain rules.

A reasonable approach to cheat meals allows you to harmoniously fit your favorite treats into the process of changing body composition. This teaches a person to build a healthy, flexible relationship with food, in which food ceases to be a cult or a source of stress, remaining a source of energy and gastronomic pleasure.