Plan Ahead to Make Healthier Choices When Eating Out

Be it online or through a quick call to the restaurant, you should do your due diligence before heading out. Regardless of your level of commitment to living well, it is not realistic to assume that you will never eat out again. If you’ve vowed to eat the recommended servings of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and protein, eating healthy is a matter of moderation. With a little planning, you can dine out and make healthier choices without experiencing a setback to your program for living well.

Visiting the restaurant’s website ahead of time will allow you to pick dishes higher in protein and fiber. That way you can make a smart food decision ahead of time while taking advantage of healthier options. Order innovative dishes with more plant-based foods to dine out without straying from your commitment to healthy eating habits and living well. Avoid appetizers, entrees and sides that are smothered in rich, high-fat, or creamy sauces.

Accept the fact there are more food choices when you are eating out, so take care when choosing foods and stay focused on your goals for living well. When you can’t plan ahead, here are some helpful tips for eating healthy:

• Eating Breakfast Out – If you opt for snackable breakfast options, consider plant-based breakfast items like a grilled veggie burrito or scrambled eggs made from mung beans, and always check for added sugar and fat.
• Eating Out at Lunch – Salads have become a mainstay of many lunchtime menus and rightfully so. The right ingredients of water-filled vegetables, fresh berries, leafy greens, and nuts can satisfy your taste buds and keep you satiated.
• Eating Out at Dinner – When eating out at dinner, consider ordering from the appetizer menu, add a side salad or side of fresh vegetables. You can fill your tummy without sacrifice to your commitment for eating healthy and living well.

With working late and after school activities, sometimes cooking at home just isn't the best option. When you eat out during the holidays, don’t hesitate to ask your server for help in selecting healthy options. When you have worked so hard at home to develop new habits for eating healthy, the thought of eating out a restaurant can be a bit intimidating. However, if you make the same good choices when dining out, you can enjoy a delicious guilt-free meal.

If you plan ahead, checkout nutritional info online, and carefully select your menu items, you can dine out without guilt. But, don't be afraid to let the restaurant, coffee shop, or fast food establishment know that you have special dietary needs. Making the decision to start your weight loss journey with Metabolic Research Center is one of the best decisions you will ever make concerning your health and wellness. Click Get Started to find the MRC location nearest you.