Eating Out More Mindfully: Simple Restaurant Habits

You can enjoy restaurants and still feel good about your choices with a few simple habits.

• Look at the menu ahead of time so you are not deciding while hungry.
• Start with vegetables: a side salad or a vegetable-based appetizer.
• Ask how it is cooked: grilled, roasted or steamed options usually have less added fat.
• Share or box up: portions are often large, so split a dish or take half home.
• Ask for sauces and dressings on the side.
• Choose water or unsweetened drinks more often.
• Slow down: eating slowly makes it easier to notice when you are full.

No guilt

One meal out will not define your habits. Aim for choices you enjoy, and focus on your everyday eating over time.

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