Eating out doesn’t have to wreck your diet. You just need to stick to a few basic rules.
First don’t show up with an empty stomach. You’ll be more likely to empty the bread basket. Have a healthy late afternoon snack, such as half a sandwich or a handful of nuts.
Limit alcohol. Not only is it high calorie and nutrient-poor, it will weaken your willpower. You’ll be more likely to order something unhealthy, overeat and over-indulge in pre-dinner snacks, such as cocktail peanuts or chips.
To save on fat and calories, try ordering smaller portions. Try an appetizer or half an entrée, or share a meal with a friend and order an extra side salad.
Ask waiters if the cooks can use lighter preparations: grill the chicken, steam the vegetables, bring sauces and salad dressings on the side.
When reading the menu, keep an eye out for hidden calories. They’re often associated with words such as pan-fried or sautéed, battered, breaded, au gratin, cheesy, creamy, buttered or crispy. Look instead for words such as steamed, broiled, tossed and poached. Oder dishes with grilled meats, lots of veggies and whole grains.
American Cancer Society, Wellness Newsletter
Posted by Dianne Gertson
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