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Originally Posted by jenstals Does anyone have any tips for when we eat out? I tend to eat out a lot and want to be able to stay on track. My birthday is Friday and have several friends that want to take me to dinner. Any suggestions? I already know that the birthday cake is out  |
Jen, you can always find healthy choices when you eat out in a restaurant.
1.Go with baked or broiled food, not fried.
2. Try to stay away from foods containing high amounts of saturated fats. (cheese sauces, red meats, butter, sour cream)
3. Get a veggie salad with low fat or fat free dressing and eat the whole thing. Try to avoid high fat toppings such as cheese, eggs, bacon bits.
4. Drink lots of water, no sugar soft drinks, lemonade, or sweet tea. Diet drinks are OK.
5. Ask for a to go container to be brought to you with your entree. Cut your entree in half, put one half of it in the container and close it. VOILA! You have lunch for tomorrow!
6. Don't be afraid to ask how something is prepared and request if they can do it differently for you. You would be amazed how many people are making healthy requests now. Restaurants are becoming acustomed to this and are good about making healthy substitutions.
7. BIRTHDAY CAKE IS FINE!! Girl, it's your BIRTHDAY! Do not deprive yourself of the most important part of the celebration! DON'T eat half the cake though, lol, a small piece is fine. Chew it slowly and relish it deeply!
Happy BIRTHDAY in advance, Jen!!
ENJOY!
If anyone else has any more to add, go for it!