eat out and staying thin

[Anonymous]

Order whatever you want, just don’t eat it all. Eat about 1/3 if is a very large portion, or 1/2 if normal restaurant portion.

I almost never order salads at restaurants bc they just aren’t very good. Order something the restaurant specializes in and does very well. Even when eating a small portion you’ll be so much more satisfied than getting some subpar boring afterthought of a salad. And I LOVE salad, I’d just rather make my own salad as I like it with the freshest ingredients and my own dressing

[Anonymous]

Sometimes I just order a couple of sides, like a sweet potato and asparagus, baked potato and a side salad. Some might be carbs, but they’re not that big a serving.

Also can eat something small before you go, like a piece of fruit or granola bar.

[Anonymous]

I can find just about anything on any menu that fits into my lifelong way of eating. I eat from the appetizer and salad portion of the menu, and I always add protein if it doesn't already exist with the salad. If we're at a higher end restaurant they usually have a fish option that fits into my plan, and I swap out the starches for veggies. They're always happy to accomodate.

[Anonymous]

My MIl is 5,'5" and has always between 100-115 pounds. She eats out all the time. They stopped cooking once DH and his sister moved out after college.

She gets lots of veggies, few carbs and lots of protein. She usually goes for grilled chicken with salad. But she has no problem ordering at whatever place the rest of the family is eating

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Sometimes I just order a couple of sides, like a sweet potato and asparagus, baked potato and a side salad. Some might be carbs, but they’re not that big a serving.

Also can eat something small before you go, like a piece of fruit or granola bar.

A granola bar is packed with sugar, this is not a good option. You're better off with a handful of almonds and a piece of cheese. The fat will keep you satiated and you won't binge when you go out.

[Anonymous]

Ive eaten out most days for the past 3 months. My strategy is to eat healthy meals.

[Anonymous]

Protein and veggies but if you really want carbs as well, only take a few bites or eat half.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Order whatever you want, just don’t eat it all. Eat about 1/3 if is a very large portion, or 1/2 if normal restaurant portion.

I almost never order salads at restaurants bc they just aren’t very good. Order something the restaurant specializes in and does very well. Even when eating a small portion you’ll be so much more satisfied than getting some subpar boring afterthought of a salad. And I LOVE salad, I’d just rather make my own salad as I like it with the freshest ingredients and my own dressing

I agree. Why eat out at all if you’re just getting a boring salad. Make salads at home, so when you do go out you can enjoy the food.

[Anonymous]

When I dine out for pleasure, I go for protein and veggies. I eat 1/2 of the typical portion and take the rest home. I usually decline the bread and apps. I will do a glass of wine (or two if I’m feeling indulgent and it’s a special occasion). I’ll do a few bites of dessert once in a while but not usually.

Sometimes I get a salad if it’s a standard meal—like a work lunch or something that’s ordinary. Then I get sparkling water with lime and a salad, with protein, dressing on side, skip the cheese.

[Anonymous]

I stick to martinis (no sugar) before dinner and with the appetizer. I usually go shrimp cocktail or whatever the sashimi/avocado/soy glaze option is. Sometimes French onion soup (veggies).

Don’t eat the entire serving of bread until your actual entree comes. Butter, plentifully (you’re out!), but don’t ask for Ranch.

For the entree, I try to go with something non-processed like a porterhouse, banked potato, roasted Brussels sprouts with bacon. And yes! Despite what others are saying I think a salad can be helpful, but just a wedge for the side. Blue cheese, bacon, plus you’re getting your tomatoes.

Skip the cheese plate or at least keep it reasonable. That way you have room for dessert. You want to be satisfied so you’re not overly tempted when you get home to finish off the leftover lobster Mac and cheese I forgot to mention about. (So good! But again, just one portion.)

Anyway, dessert: get a few with the table so you can sample. Couple of scotches will help settle everything and you’ll be drifting off by the time the car drops you at home. Getting a good nights sleep is shockingly important for health.

[Anonymous]

When I was thin, I only ever ate half of a restaurant entree. Sometimes I just ordered a side dish.

[Anonymous]

Asian food, no rice. Nothing fried. Nothing in heavy sauce.
Chicken and veggies only.

I have Thai everyday after a pretty intense workout. Lunch portion chicken ka praw with extra chicken.

[Anonymous]

Hit the seafood place. Get peel and eat shrimp, oysters, mussels. If it’s not fried it’s filling and low in calories.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Never order pasta. Instead of a traditional main course order a green salad with dressing on the side and cooked vegetables. Drink water, only eat one piece of bread. Never eat both a dessert and an appetizer.

What’s the point? I can eat that at home

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I stick to martinis (no sugar) before dinner and with the appetizer. I usually go shrimp cocktail or whatever the sashimi/avocado/soy glaze option is. Sometimes French onion soup (veggies).

Don’t eat the entire serving of bread until your actual entree comes. Butter, plentifully (you’re out!), but don’t ask for Ranch.

For the entree, I try to go with something non-processed like a porterhouse, banked potato, roasted Brussels sprouts with bacon. And yes! Despite what others are saying I think a salad can be helpful, but just a wedge for the side. Blue cheese, bacon, plus you’re getting your tomatoes.

Skip the cheese plate or at least keep it reasonable. That way you have room for dessert. You want to be satisfied so you’re not overly tempted when you get home to finish off the leftover lobster Mac and cheese I forgot to mention about. (So good! But again, just one portion.)

Anyway, dessert: get a few with the table so you can sample. Couple of scotches will help settle everything and you’ll be drifting off by the time the car drops you at home. Getting a good nights sleep is shockingly important for health.

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