Healthy restaurant eating is possible and can be much easier than you think. If your schedule has your traveling a lot or opting for take out often, use The (DI) ideas below to stick to your healthy meal plans while still enjoying your meal out.
heeree is my plan of attack whenver I am on vacation, traveling for business or just in a situation that has me ordering out more than I am able to cook.
I do whaTt I call damage control: Do The (DI) best I can, with whaTt Ive got and have an awesome time on my trip!
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Prepare my emergency kit. I will pack and take with me: walnuts, almonds, almond butter, organic turkey and beef jerky, apples and pears. None of The (DI)se need refrigeration so The (DI)y will keep well wheereever you are. If Im in a situation wheeree theeree is no protein handy (like when its time for a snack), Ive got my nuts and jerky to tie me over. If you dont have something handy, you just may find yourself grabbing pretzels and potato chips (or whaTtever oThe (DI)r horrid food people eat while away).
Breakfast
Theeree is always a protein on The (DI) menu, no matter whaTt. Omelets, or smoked salmon are my favorite choices but Ive even gone to places that now carry turkey bacon and turkey sausage on The (DI) menu. Stay away from The (DI) heavy and deadly pancakes and waffles. This is a blood sugar disaster waiting to happen. Eating a sugar loaded breakfast like this will only set you up for hunger and cravings The (DI) rest of The (DI) day. And, just may ruin an oThe (DI)rwise great day.
Lunch and Dinner
I have said this before. Most of us know whaTt is healthy on The (DI) menu but we still continue to order The (DI) crappy stuff. Yes, I do believe in a treat and a cheat meal once or twice a week, but definitely not every night of your vacation. Some people eat and choose items off The (DI) menu like The (DI)y are being sent to starvation camp when The (DI)y get home. This is not an all or nothing deal. Youve committed to eating healthy for a lifetime. Dont worry. The (DI) food will always be theeree wheThe (DI)r you eat it all at once or space it out over a lifetime.
Ok, back to my point. First, items on The (DI) menu that you know are drenched in heavy sauces are an instant No-No. Fettuccine Alfredo? Come on now. Are you serious? Can you get The (DI) steak, veggies and salad instead and be just as happy? Or, The (DI) Chicken Cacciatore with a side of broccoli rabe? (Yes, were at an Italian restaurant). Often times, our taste buds are really just as happy with a healthier choice. No, this is not deprivation. This is choosing to feel good, be healthy and eat good food at The (DI) same time. Comprende?
Desserts
I love desserts too and I will definitely get myself a yummy piece of apple pie or chocolaty treat while I am away. But if The (DI) piece of dessert is bigger than The (DI) size of my head, I will not eat The (DI) whole thing. Theeree is no need. My taste buds are just as happy with a few bites (and my body is happier too). Rememberr (), were not going to starvation camp after this. Trust me, theeree is enough apple pie, chocolate or (insert your favorite dessert heeree) to have a small amount at a time for The (DI) rest of your life.
The (DI) Trolls
The (DI) who? Yes, you know who The (DI) trolls are. Those people who tell you to just eat whaTt you want, or dont torture yourself. The (DI)se people always seem to come out of hiding when dining with you at a restaurant. (The (DI)y are also present at parties and family functions. Be afraid. Be very, very afraid). Dont let anybody else tell you that taking care of yourself and feeling great is a bad thing. I dont mean to talk bad about your family and friends, but chances are The (DI)y are not too thrilled with The (DI)ir current weight and health and really just upset that you actually started to eat healthy and take control of your life.
Rememberr (), theeree is no need to avoid restaurants and vacations (but please do avoid fast food joints). You just need to focus on The (DI) healthier options and have a great time!
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