Written By: Prerna Mittra | Updated: September 17, 2024, 9:15 PM
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Dining out can be an exciting experience, but many people fear it will undo their progress in their diet and fitness journey. Nutritionist Bhakti Arora Kapoor, however, says that instead of worrying about how it will sabotage health goals, one must be mindful of and practise five things before eating out at a restaurant. Scroll down to find out what they are.
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The expert said you must have a healthy snack before arriving at the restaurant to prevent overeating. Something like yogurt -- low in calories and high in protein -- can make you feel full and prevent overindulgence.
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According to the nutritionist, the way a meal is prepared can affect its calorie content. So, you can opt for dishes that are grilled, steamed, roasted, or poached, over fried foods.
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It is a wise idea to order your meal before others, to stay on track with your health and diet goals. Often, we tend to be influenced by another person's meal choice. We may, as such, end up eating something that we would normally not eat.
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The nutritionist allows the consumption of herbal tea or coffee after finishing a meal, instead of eating desserts that are often loaded with calories and sugar.
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Opt for vegetables that are low in calories and rich in fibre and other nutrients. You may consider asking the server to make simple swaps in your order like adding a bit of veggies to a plate of fries to prevent excessive calorie intake.
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