The Diet Joke raised the Overeating Threat Level to Red for all Americans this holiday weekend. According to author Lisa Pedace, who created the Overeating Advisory System based on the now-defunct Homeland Security Terror Alert System, Thanksgiving weekend poses a specific and credible threat for most Americans’ waistlines.
“We wish all Americans a safe and happy Thanksgiving. We also encourage them to exercise caution and act responsibly, whether they’re sharing the road with the other 42 million Americans who are traveling this weekend, or staying at home to host family and friends.”
Some tips for those getting behind the wheel:
- Don’t drink and drive.
- Don’t eat and drive.
- Don’t sleep and drive.
- Don’t text and drive.
- Don’t watch football on your phone and drive.
- Don’t fight and drive. (We know the holidays are stressful but, come on, it’s Thanksgiving.)
In addition to due diligence on the road, The Diet Joke encourages all Americans to practice equal common sense at the dinner table. Some things to remember as you take your seat:
- First of all, somebody spent a lot of time in the kitchen to create the meal you’re about to enjoy, so savor it. Don’t inhale it. Remember, turkeys gobble. People chew.
- Thanksgiving is not a competitive eating sport. You don’t win a prize for eating the most.
- If you need to unbutton your pants or adjust your belt to keep eating, chances are you’ve had enough.
Most of all, remember that Thanksgiving is a day to express gratitude for the good things in our lives. The food in front of us is just one of those things. The people we share it with is another.
