A letter from Dr Jamie McManus Cinch® Inspiration Tip: Eating Out the Healthy Way

A letter from Dr Jamie McManus

Cinch® Inspiration Tip: Eating Out the Healthy Way

 

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Cinch® Inspiration Tip: Eating Out the Healthy Way

More than ever, people are eating their meals away from home. Back in the 70s about 16% of

meals were eaten out, while today that number is around 29% and growing. The problem is that

frequent visits to your favorite restaurants can present big challenges to your weight control

efforts.

The good news is you can learn to control what happens when eating out. Remember, you are in

charge. You're the customer, right? It just takes some preplanning and pre-thinking.

Where You Go- If you decide where to eat on the spur of the moment, you're more likely to run

into trouble. Give it some thought ahead of time, so you can be prepared. When making your

selection, choose a place that has a varied menu with lots of options; skip the "all you can eat"-

type places.

Before You Go- Look up the restaurant's menu on the Internet. Deciding what you will order

before you get there can reduce temptation once you're there. Making reservations reduces

waiting time, so you won't be starving when seated. And most important, don't leave the house

hungry; this can lead to unhealthy food choices and overeating.

When You Get Seated- Just say no to the breadbasket and the chip bowl- don't even allow them

to be placed on the table. The same holds for the dessert and fancy drink menus- return them to

your server as well. And remember to order water and start sipping; that will help ward off hunger.

What to Order- Be the first to order so you won't be tempted to change your mind. Order a la

carte to keep overall portion sizes down. And don't be afraid to ask for substitutes like a salad

instead of fries. Ask for a "half-order," choose an appetizer as your entree, or share an entree

with your dining partner. Ask for sauces, dressings, and gravies "on the side."

When Your Food Arrives- How you eat is just as important as what you eat. Slow it down and

enjoy the experience. You don't have to clean your plate to get your money's worth. Eat the

lowest-calorie stuff first (for example, the salad or the steamed vegetables). After you've eaten

half your meal, ask yourself if you're still truly hungry. If you feel "comfortable," guess what?

You're done. Stop and ask for a doggie bag.

Then There's Dessert- Be cautious about playing mind games (like rewarding yourself with a

piece of gooey chocolate cake because you've had such a healthy dinner). However, if you must

indulge, make sure you are truly biologically hungry. Again, don't devour your dessert just

because it's there; save some for later. Fresh fruit, or even a small serving of sorbet, is always a

good option. Angel food cake is another possibility, if you must.

After You Eat - If you do indulge in that cake, or if you're just feeling like you ate a little too much,

try taking a brisk walk around your neighborhood. Or exercise a little longer or eat a little less the

next day.

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