Dining out

Some tips for dining out: For less fat: • Ask for regular or kids' size meals, not deluxe or super size. • Skip the extra bacon, cheese, mayonnaise and sour cream. • Order baked or grilled, not fried. • Don't forget to order fish or seafood occasionally. • Eat the meat and poultry, not the skin or breading. • Skip fries and onion rings, or get a small order and share. • Avoid items with cream sauces and gravies. For less sugar: • Skip the sodas and sweet tea. Order regular size drinks and try water, unsweet tea, diet sodas or milk. Did you know getting water saves more than $1 when eating out? For more fruit and veggies: • Order tomato, lettuce and onions on your sandwiches. • Order your pizza with lots of veggies. • Order salad or vegetables instead of fries. • Ask for extra veggies. Other healthful ideas: • Try wraps. • If available, order sandwiches on wheat bread. • Eat half and save the other half for later. • Enjoy your company when eating out and focus on them instead of your food.