In a world of fastfoods and global cuisines, eating out is such a delectable delight that almost everyone enjoys. Many a great moments have been had over a table of food and conversation. A gastronomic experience can be very fulfilling to the tummy and to the soul, except for one minor detail: it can be agonizing when a person needs to constantly watch out for his or her diet.
Do not be swayed by menu pictures. Photographs tickle our appetite, especially when professional photographers are specifically hired to showcase the restaurant’s products. Stick to food items listed and internally analyzed their nature.
Do not be fooled by the name of a menu item as well.
We are especially easily duped by menu titles when we are hungry or thirsty. Thus, put caution to the wind when ordering food during these moments.
Another trick that menus often have is to place unhealthy dishes beside healthy ones to mask the former’s true nature. When paralleled this way, diners often resort to ordering the unhealthy dish as this has been a psychological trait common to most people. Beware, therefore, of this human inclination.
Vegetables are rich in fiber and nutrients. A daily serving of vegetables is essential for our bodies. Even fastfoods which are notorious for serving junk now have salad bars. Undoubtedly, vegetables are good for you; sometimes the sauces, cheeses and crotons that we place on them might not entirely be.
Unless eaten steamed or sauteed, vegetables therefore, may not completely be healthy.
Sampler platters are another red flag when it comes to eating in restaurants. Their small servings can pile up the calories and fat unknowingly to the eater.
With these guidelines in mind, a 21st century lifestyle can be modern, hectic, and most importantly, still be healthy.
Besides eating out, the writer also frequently blogs regarding Total Wellness Cleanse and building muscle fast.