“Just one more slice!”
Sound familiar?
If Easter fills you with a mix of joy and quiet dread, you’re not alone. Whether you’re just starting out or well into your journey, this time of year can stir up more than chocolate cravings. It can bring a lot of social pressure, especially around food.
Maybe you’ve felt it: that subtle (or not-so-subtle) nudge to eat something you’d rather not. The awkward pause when you decline a second helping. The worry that saying no will come off as rude or “no fun.”
If that’s resonating, take a deep breath. You’re not being dramatic. You’re simply trying to honour your needs—and that matters.
Easter is steeped in tradition. Hot cross buns, roast dinners, chocolate eggs… It’s a celebration wrapped in food. And with that comes expectation.
You might find yourself in situations where:
But food doesn’t have to be the main event. You’re allowed to enjoy Easter on your terms—without guilt, without stress, and without feeling like you’re constantly explaining yourself.
When something feels forbidden, it becomes louder in your mind. Slimpod helps shift this—so rather than obsessing over what’s “allowed,” you can focus on what feels right. There’s no rulebook. You can have the chocolate if you want it. Or not. Either way, you’re in charge.
You don’t owe anyone an explanation. If you’re full, “That was lovely, thank you” is enough. If someone’s pushing food, try “I’m saving mine for later!” Soft but firm works wonders. You’re allowed to have boundaries without guilt.
One chocolate egg won’t undo your progress. One indulgent meal isn’t a setback. What matters is what you do most of the time—not what happens on a single day. So, if things don’t go to plan, don’t panic. Just return to what feels good.
Make memories, not just meals. Suggest a walk, get stuck into a game, or enjoy a good chat. These moments stick far longer than what was on your plate.
If you find yourself eating more than you intended—pause. Not to judge, but to care. What do you need right now? A walk? A glass of water? A little forgiveness? Self-kindness is a game-changer. It doesn’t undo anything—it simply helps you move forward with more ease.
Let Easter be what you want it to be. Whether that’s enjoying a slice of cake or choosing not to, either decision is valid.
Joy isn’t found in forcing food you don’t want—or in missing out because you think you “shouldn’t.” Joy is in the connections, the conversations, and the quiet confidence that you’re listening to yourself.
So this Easter, tune in. Honour your needs. And celebrate your progress—whatever that looks like for you.
Simple Reflection for the Day:
Before the meal, take a pause. Ask: “What would feel good for me today?”
After the meal, write down three small wins—any moments where you made a conscious choice or showed yourself care.
You’re doing brilliantly! And this Easter, you get to decide what feels right. Check out my recent blog on food guilt below!
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23 thoughts on “Medicinal Chef Dale will reveal which foods make us healthier”
Excellent news look forward to it. Can we discuss lots of us who are hypothyroid and also on drugs that increase weight. I personally would like to know how to approach this food wise. There is lots of articles on the website but leaves you extremely confused. Trevor really helps but need to know what to eat, tried so many things before.
I joined Slimpod as I was overweight and borderline type 2 diabetes. I wanted to control my diabetes with diet and exercise but conventional diets are not for me as I know that ‘dieting’ doesn’t work and it has to be a lifestyle change. I joined in March and have lost very little weight but do feel better and have lost inches in the last few weeks by using ‘not breaking the chain’. I would like advice on eating with diabetes particularly as my biggest downfall is a very sweet tooth and low self control!
most of my diet is protein and vegetables- low carb. But I like playing tennis. what’s the best food to eat before a tennis match/other exercise?
Really delighted have under active thyriod so looking forward to see what he has for us
Fabulous,I was just contemplating on the fact that I’m stuck after losing a stone..contemplating giving up carbs, I’ve given up alcohol for a whole week too…trying to kick start a drop..so the timing is perfect..
It’s so true that calories v calories out doesn’t work . i had tried for many years to follow this and where did it get me – nowhere. unhappy. food deprived, weight problems. Slimpod made all the difference to me. i’ll keep my food queries until it all get’s going. Looking forward to this!!
Great news. I’d be particularly interested in what his thoughts are on best lifestyle diet for diabetics as I’m trying to feed both me and my other half. Should you be avoiding carbs which turn into sugar? If allowed carbs what percentage would you recommend? Can you have some sugary food and then counteract with good food after it? Top tips to stay on track as a diabetic
Very interesting….I for one believed in the calories in and out theory! Tell me, does the food you used to eat in your youth and what you eat now make a difference? Apart from the fact that we move less in our later years, of course but back then we ate dripping, butter, steamed or boiled puddings etc.
Just added butter and a little olive oil back into my diet, Im vegan. I am 75 and suddenly look ‘crepey’! Also added coconut oil, not eating it, lathering it on, its working.
Have had no weight loss, an inch loss here and there only, but oddly look so much slimmer that people are noticing. However, added tbs of apple cider vinegar before main meals once or twice a day, diluted in water and drink through straw to protect my tooth enamel. It’s magic, the weight is moving again…..
Really intriguing, and looking forward to learning more! Please can the subject of weight management during menopause be addressed? That would be much appreciated, thank you!
Fantastic, I would love to have more information on type 1 diabetes foods that would help weight loss and works with insulin
This is very exciting as I have done lots of reading around the subject and come to the same conclusions. I need help feeding a very sceptical husband and fussy son so we can all eat healthily and on a budget – haven’t got time to cook two sets of meals. Thank you.
Oh my , I cannot wait this is excellent news , I still believe the calories In calories out concept to a certain extent I am really interested in finding a better way .
I suppose we’ve got a fairly good idea of which foods we should be eating, but maybe we need some recipes from Dale to inspire us to eat them!
Sounds really interesting, can’t wait to start reading about it.
Welcome Dale
Exciting! Please will you discuss tasty alternatives to white carbs for someone (my Type 2 diabetic partner) who doesn’t like any of the obvious alternative options. He is Podding with me but struggles with this in particular.
Thank you, really looking forward to your contribution.
Welcome Dale, the slimpod community will be a great fit for you.
I’m very interested in foods for gut healing. I’ve discovered I’m coeliac, and as well as gluten also have problems with dairy, soy, legumes, some nuts and sunflower. I take probiotics, and eat fish, masses of veg and ancient grains. But I need to not feel hungry all the time! And I’m still having IBS type symptoms after several months. I’m sure some other podders must have issues with gluten and their microbiome. Thank you.
Great news. I would love some advice on what foods to eat & what to avoid with Hypothyroidism & in pre menopause. I joined Slimpod early this year & haven’t lost any weight. I only recently discovered I have very low ferritin level & also interactive thyroid. The one positive is that I have in the last month been walking 4 times a week & really enjoying it. Looking forward to Dale’s advice.
I will be really interested in this. There is so much confusion out there as to what we should all eat and drink as each expert tells us something different. Also, I find it far easier to lay down and stick to a healthy habit if I know the reason’s why it’s healthy and what difference it makes to my body (in simple, laymen’s terms, of course!).
I will look forward to reading your interesting ideas as I need a boost. Been trying my hardest to shift another Stone off before Christmas. ?
Is there a replay of this somewhere. I have under active thyroid and would really be interested
If I eat the correct food choices at my meal times, would I ever need to snack?
Just seen you on TV with two delicious (vegetarian) meals which I really look forward to trying just as soon as I get back from Waitrose buying the ingredients. ….. I am 74 with high cholestrol which I ‘think’ is genetic as I am reasonably healthy. Approximately 5′ and weigh 56 kgs but do NOT get enough cardio exercise and addicted to at LEAST one chocolate/marshamallow a day. Recently gave up plain crisps for lent and think I have lost weight. I find it difficult to feel full eating veggie foods only.