• Eat something healthy before going out, so you will not tempted to eat more when at the restaurant.
• Read the menu carefully to judge which are the least fatty foods.
• Choose clear soups instead of creamy ones, clear soups are just as nutritious and filling but don't contain as much fat.
• Green salads and vegetables with low fat dressing are deliciously refreshing and contain lesser fat. Lemon juice, salt, pepper and vinegar are great low fat dressings.
• Choose grilled, steamed or poached foods over those with rich, creamy gravy/ sauce.
• Choose tandoori roti, romali roti or missi roti over breads with high fat content such as butter nan or parathas.
• Grilled & baked items like tandoori chicken, baked fish, pasta with tomato sauce and paneer tikka make great entrees.
• Specify that you would prefer as little use of butter and oil in your dishes.
• Try to resist ordering dessert, but if you must, then choose fresh fruit or frozen yogurt.
•While travelling for business or pleasure, preplan meals and snacks to reduce stress and to keep your energy high. Take along mineral water, iced tea, vegetable juice and some low fat snacks like whole wheat sandwiches, salad, fresh fruits, roasted pulses, ragi khakras, wheat puffs etc.
• Read the menu carefully to judge which are the least fatty foods.
• Choose clear soups instead of creamy ones, clear soups are just as nutritious and filling but don't contain as much fat.
• Green salads and vegetables with low fat dressing are deliciously refreshing and contain lesser fat. Lemon juice, salt, pepper and vinegar are great low fat dressings.
• Choose grilled, steamed or poached foods over those with rich, creamy gravy/ sauce.
• Choose tandoori roti, romali roti or missi roti over breads with high fat content such as butter nan or parathas.
• Grilled & baked items like tandoori chicken, baked fish, pasta with tomato sauce and paneer tikka make great entrees.
• Specify that you would prefer as little use of butter and oil in your dishes.
• Try to resist ordering dessert, but if you must, then choose fresh fruit or frozen yogurt.
•While travelling for business or pleasure, preplan meals and snacks to reduce stress and to keep your energy high. Take along mineral water, iced tea, vegetable juice and some low fat snacks like whole wheat sandwiches, salad, fresh fruits, roasted pulses, ragi khakras, wheat puffs etc.
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