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Weight Loss Tips -
5 Simple Tips For Eating At Restaurants
Author:
Peggy Edwards
 Going
out to eat is one of America's favorite pastimes. That's evidenced by the
billions of dollars we spend each year doing so. While it may be fun eating out,
it can also be very fattening if you're not careful. Here are 5 simple tips to
keep in mind when eating at restaurants and trying to lose weight.
Just
Say No to Appetizers
When
asked if you would like an appetizer, just say no. The same for the pre-meal
loaf of bread or rolls. At the very least, take home the appetizer for later.
Just don't eat them before your meal.
Watch
the Dinner Salad
Dinner
salads are great if you watch what is on them. Lettuce, tomatoes, carrots or
other vegetables are fine. But, leave off the bacon bits or croutons. Stick to
an Italian dressing or an oil and vinegar based dressing. Forget about the thick
creamy ranch or thousand island.
Watch
the Sides
Many
dishes you order come with some kind of rice or pasta. Avoid this if at all
possible. Substitute the rice for a side of fresh vegetables or the seasoned
veggies. Filling up on rice or pasta will only contribute to filling out your
waistline.
No
Fried or Breaded Foods
A
deep-fat fried chicken steak may taste good, but it also puts on the pounds.
This even applies to a fish dinner. Instead, order the broiled fish or even the
shrimp, etc that is not breaded.
Pass
On the Desert
Desert
may be tempting, but again, just say no. Stuffing yourself after a meal with the
chocolate brownie delight is doing nothing for your diet and weight loss goals.
It only goes straight to your waistline.
These 5
simple tips can greatly help you with any weight loss plan you are on. Even if
you are not on a diet they can help you keep your weight in check if you eat out
a lot.
About the
Author
You can
find many more
Weight Loss Tips
as well as much more information on diets and weight loss at
http://www.FatLoss4IdiotsA-Z.com
Webpage
by
Paul Susic
MA
Licensed Psychologist Ph.D. Candidate
(Health and Geriatric Psychologist)
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