6 Tips for Eating Out Without Overindulging

1.  Choose No Calorie Drinks – Try sipping iced tea sweetened with a noncaloric sweetener, or water with lemon.

2.  Eat A Salad –  It will fill you up so you’ll consume fewer calories overall.  Avoid extra calories by asking your waitress to hold the croutons and cheese.  Also, choose your dressing wisely. Avoid cream based dressings and choose the vinegar based ones. You also have the option of using vinegar and olive oil which is heart healthy.

3.  Don’t Order Appetizers – Many appetizers have more calories and fat than the main course.

4.  Choose Healthy Foods Cooked in a Lowfat Manner – Go for broiled and grilled rather than fried.  Consider asking for a double order of vegetables with your entree.  Also, stick to tomato based sauces rather than cream based and you’ll enjoy a considerable calorie savings. Lastly, ask for the sauce to be served in a separate dish on the side so you can control the amount you eat.

5. Don’t Overeat, Ask for a Doggie Bag Early – Many restaurants are serving quantities that are larger than a single serving.  Put aside a portion of your entree at the beginning of the meal to take home with you.  You’ll be less tempted to overeat!

6.  Tell Yourself “No” To Sugary, Fatty Desserts – Enjoy a low fat or low carbohydrate dessert selection such as a low carb cheesecake. Fruit is always a really great option; make it special by placing a very small dollop of  whipped cream (low fat if available) or indulge in a small bowl of low fat yogurt ice cream. If a healthy dessert option isn’t available, try a cup of coffee with skim milk to help satiate your desire for something sweet.

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