Chef Dave's Blog

Plan ahead for meals out.

Posted Monday, March 28, 2011 by Vicki Bovee, M.S., R.D., L.D. in Monthly Tip

If you know you are going for meal, plan your meals for the rest of the day. Picking a restaurant and exploring menu options before you go can help you find healthier choices and budget your calories for the day. It's easier to save up calories before you go rather than cutting back after. It also makes the meal more mentally enjoyable because you know it's within your calorie budget.

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