Picture this: you’ve just started your health journey when you’re invited to a friend’s party or picnic. How do you stay healthy when you’re not in control of the menu? Or when you’re tempted by loaded platters of treats? Maintaining your health goals when you want to socialise may feel frustrating, but we have tips to help you stay in control.

Eat a nourishing meal prior to the event

Eating a nutritious meal before an event can help you avoid less satisfying food choices later, like these high-protein cranberry turkey meatballs that use Splenda Granulated as a low calorie sweetener in the delicious cranberry sauce.   

If you don’t have time for a big meal, go for a satiating snack like these carrot apple muffins or these coconut date nut balls – you can prep these in advance, and they’re also lower sugar thanks to Splenda Granulated.

Share the love

If you’re heading to an event like a picnic, offer to help the host by bringing some shared dishes, like these grilled chicken kabobs. Tip – we have plenty of lower sugar picnic food recipes on our website.

Picnics and more relaxed gatherings with shared plates mean you have better control of what you eat. Try using the plate method, which is a simple way to balance your meals: fill half your plate with fruits and vegetables, a quarter with protein, and the remaining quarter with carbohydrates.

BYO beverages

Pairing your meals with low calorie, sugar free soft drinks is another great way to stay on track. Consider bringing a drink like this lemonade by the pitcher to share with the other guests. It’s a good option to make sure your meals are still party-friendly and fun, while also keeping you accountable for your goals

Bring low sugar desserts

Bringing your own homemade low sugar desserts to share with others is a great way to control the amount of added sugars you are eating. Try this easy banana cake recipe, which is decadent and delicious with its brown butter cream cheese frosting, and uses Splenda as a sugar free sweetener to keep the calories down. Another favourite here is this delicious flourless chocolate cake made with Splenda – using Splenda Granulated as a caster sugar substitute helps reduce your added sugar intake.

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Splenda Stevia Liquid

Hosting a gathering? Try making low sugar or sugar free soft drinks for your guests using Splenda Stevia Liquid. It’s a natural sugar alternative that works perfectly as a sugar syrup substitute in your favourite beverages. Find Splenda Stevia Liquid at Woolworths and start creating delicious, low-calorie drinks at home.