Monday, November 10, 2014

Eating HEALTHY and delicious in restaurants.

You are facing the menu. Over 20 delicious dishes call your attention. You have every intention to eat healthy and not gain weight but ...WHAT TO CHOOSE ?!

 What would be the best dish? Vegetarian? Beef? chicken? Will I end up choosing the same boring salad AGAIN?!

Choosing at a restaurant can be torture and enjoying food without guilt, a challenge ... this time I share with you the tips that I use to choose healthy food in order to eat delicious and guilt-free:

  • Avoid eating from the bread basket or snacks at the center of the table.
  • If portions are very large, check the children's menu, sometimes the same dishes are offered in smaller portions.
  • Entrées are not the best choice, I recommend you choose the ones that include vegetables and have no cheese or added fats.
  • Soups can be good allies, helping you to feel satiated faster.  Choose those that include broth with vegetables, avoid cream soups or soups with cheese.
  • Salads are not always the best option as we risk not feeling full and end up eating more.  If you're going to choose a salad as your main course, choose those that have some protein (cheese, meat or egg). Ask to have the dressing on the side and choose a low-fat dressing.
  • Try to choose a main dish that has a lot of vegetables, avoid deep fried, breaded and gratin.  If you include some bread or tortillas, they will make you feel full faster.
  • Always choose natural water. You can add a few slices of lemon, orange, watermelon or cucumber to add flavor.  If you like sodas, choose those that are low in sugar.  In the case of alcohol, remember that the less alcohol %, the less calories.
  • If you intend to order dessert ALWAYS share and choose those that include fruit.
  • Try to eat at least in 30-45 minutes. The more time you take, the easier you will feel full.

¡See you next week!

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