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If this person can truly be considered a "friend" they will respect the fact that you occasionally have trouble sticking to your diet.

Politely inform the person who is reaching for a handshake about your injury and tell them that, though you are injured, you are charmed to meet them.

Pasta. I've heard from some athletes at my school that breaded shrimp is the way to go also.

It sucks, but in the state of Illinois, you have to be over the age of 18