6 Weight loss tips for eating out this holiday season

It’s that time of year again. Where our social life and gatherings are at the highest with endless holiday functions, so here’s 6 weight loss tips for dining out!

If you’re trying to lose weight, eventually you’ll be faced with this situation. Being social with family and friends can hold its challenges but there are several ways we can approach this situation.

The easiest thing we can do is just enjoy the moment and not worry or stress out about it. Treat it as an free untracked meal and get right back to business the next day.

Another method is to remove the calories consumed from the meal out from all the remaining days of the week. Let’s say you go out and have a meal worth 3,000 calories on Monday. In this situation you’d remove said calories from the remained of the 6 days of the week. That mean taking an extra 500 calories out per day to compensate.

Or you can go in with a plan to strike a good balance of enjoyment without compromising your weight loss goals with these next 6 tips.

First, most restaurants put their menus online, so pick out two or three choices ahead of time. Decide what you plan to order in advance and stick to your decision.

Second, during the day, don't starve yourself thinking you'll save calories for later. Instead, eat lighter meals with lean protein and high fiber vegetables. If you feel hungry before going to the restaurant, try a low calorie protein shake.

Third, lighten up a dish by asking your server for sides. This way you can control how much cheese, croutons, bacon or dressing you use. Also ask if a dish can be broiled, baked or steamed rather than fried.

Four, plan to bypass the free appetizers. Chips and salsa, bread basket-- they're extra calories that may not be worth it. So skip these unless you really want them. And if so, use an appetizer plate and have a small amount rather than reaching for multiple servings.

Five, go low on sides. Substitute high-cal side dishes with low-fat options, like steamed vegetables or brown rice. Forget the fries. Have baked, broiled, or roasted potatoes, but go light on the butter or cheese.

Six, try to satisfy your sweet tooth with fresh fruit or a small fruit sorbet. If you do order dessert, split it with someone and enjoy a few bites. You don't need to eat the whole piece to feel satisfied. Allow yourself some flexibility while still making wise decisions.

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