How to Order In a Restaurant When Dieting
Going to a restaurant is one of life's little indulgences, and it can be a source of joy as you gather with family and loved ones over meals there. Thinking of the pastas and delicious foods you may love at restaurants, it seems you may have to cut out restaurant socialization in order to lose weight. However, that doesn't have to happen.Below you will find how it is possible to order in a restaurant when dieting.
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How to Order in a Restaurant When Dieting
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Stick with water. Although wine or a cocktail can be tempting, they can fill up a lot of calories that should be left for your meal. If you can't stick with water, go for a diet soda or unsweetened iced tea. Water is best. Ask for sparkling water and some lime to add some pizazz to drinking water.
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Get a small garden salad to start. This can fill you up quickly. Be sure to order dressing on the side. The dressing can add as many calories as some main courses.
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Order the main course after you've eaten a salad. You won't be as full, and it will lead to more responsible choices.
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Choose a main course from the appetizer menu. You can have most foods if you eat smaller portions of them. As some diet programs suggest, a serving is usually the size of your fist. A true serving can be tiny, and the appetizer menu can contain items that will fill you up.
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Skip dessert when offered, or ask for fruit or berries. Share this with your companion! Non-fat cappuccinos or lattes are a good option for dessert as well.
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Inform your dining companion about your diet and efforts. This will avoid coming off strangely to business associates, and your family and friends will likely get behind you in support. You might even inspire them to order your way.
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Tips & Warnings
Always tip well when a server goes out of their way to look out for your diet restrictions.
Express gratitude to those that are eager to help you in your weight loss goals.
Ask your server for advice if you are not sure if a menu item is fried or otherwise detrimental to healthy eating.
You need to take care to inform your server of your special needs when ordering.
Don't forget to be considerate to the needs of your dining companion. You need to take special care to not make your guests uncomfortable, especially if they might also want to lose weight.
