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Tips for Dining Out In 1994-1995, 57% of Americans consumed meals and snacks away from home on any given day. This accounted for approximately 50% of caloric intake.Even the educated consumer has difficulty containing calories and fat when eating out due to the large portion sizes and hidden fat in foods. While maintaining good eating habits when dining out may be difficult, it's not impossible. And it is important to find lower calorie, low fat alternatives if eating out is a mainstay of your diet. A good resource concerning the calorie and fat content of restaurant food is the Nutrition Action newsletter that is published by the Center for Science in the Public Interest in Washington, DC (P.O Box 96611, Washington, DC 20090-6611
So, deciding to dine out does not have to result in a break from your at-home nutritional guidelines. Take the time to examine a menu carefully. Never be afraid to ask a waiter how a food is prepared and whether it can be prepared to suit your needs. Most restaurants will be more than happy to accommodate your requests. Below are some use links that provide more information. American Diabetes Association on dining out with diabetes: Useful commercial website: Links to favorite national chains for nutritional information: |