Real Age Tip: Dining Out!
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| Wed, 01-11-2006 - 6:47am |
Dining Out Dilemma
Get your priorities straight when making a move to dine out.
Research shows that for most people, healthy menu options aren't a top priority when choosing a place to dine out. Instead, most people are more focused on convenience and value. Make your favorite dining-out venues the ones that offer lean cuts of meat, whole-grains, fresh fruit, and vegetable side dishes.
RealAge Benefit: Eating a diverse diet that is low in calories and high in nutrients can make your RealAge as much as 4 years younger.
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The average American eats out almost six times per week. But dining out may lead to poor eating habits if healthy menu options are not available at the restaurants you frequent. Pick venues that offer low-fat and low-calorie menu options. When ordering, avoid foods that are fried or flavored with cream sauces or butter. Opt for grilled, baked, or broiled fish or other lean forms of protein. Choose vegetables that are lightly steamed or sautéed in a bit of olive oil for your side dish. And substitute whole-grain breads and brown rice for white breads and white rice whenever possible. Being conscientious about the food choices you make when dining out can help keep your healthy eating habits on track seven days a week.


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