How to eat smart at a Thai food restaurant

Thai food-- we all love it! We can't get enough of it! However, if we don't use some restraint when going out for Thai, I think we'll all start to find our pants are fitting a bit too snug.

After all, an order of Pad Thai, is between 900-1600+ calories depending on the restaurant and type of Pad Thai you order.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Your favorite Thai food place
• Some sensibility
• Good decision making skills

1. Mmmm... what do we always order when we go out for Thai? Pad Thai! It's so good, how can you say no?! Well BEFORE you order, I recommend exploring other options. BUT if you must order the Pad Thai, make 2-3 meals out of it.

2. Try to avoid fried foods at Thai places including: fried noodles, tempura, and so on. Avoid coconut based sauces/ creams, they are high in trans fats. Also stay away from peanut sauces, or use them VERY moderaely

3. Instead chose salads, fresh/steamed dishes, fresh spring rolls, lean meats. any satays are pretty good for you, soups with a broth based, dishes that are primarily made of vegetables, steamed rice, and so on.

Tips & Warnings

• If you are unsure of what to order, ask your server what the healthiest options are
• drink lots of water with your meal!
• Nutritional information regarding thai food, varies with each restaurant, for exact fat and calorie counts, contact the restaurant in which you will be dining.