If you’re looking for ways to eat healthy when dining out, experts can help.
Here are some tips from the Advancing Your Health blog:
- Don’t be afraid to ask for what you want. Have your server put high-fat condiments like salad dressing and mayonnaise on the side so you can control how much gets put on your meal. Ask to substitute high-calorie side items like French fries for salad or steamed vegetables.
- Take half your meal home. Ask for a to-go box as soon as your meal comes to the table. Put half of it away before you are finished eating. Now you have two (or three) meals in one!
- Pass the bread. Save your calories for your main course! Put the bread/chip basket on the other side of the table to resist temptation. Better yet, ask your server to not bring it to your table at all.
Get more "Smart Strategies for Dining Out" on the Advancing Your Health website.
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