Eat
healthy while eating out
You
can eat out and eat healthy, too. Many restaurants offer delicious low-fat,
low-cholesterol meals. Eating less fat (especially saturated fat) and
cholesterol is important for your health. That's because a diet high in saturated
fat raises blood cholesterol. High blood cholesterol is a major risk factor for
heart attack and stroke.
A
guide to choosing healthy meals away from home
·
Fried, basted,
braised, au gratin, crispy, escalloped, pan-fried, sautéed, stewed or stuffed
foods are high in fat. Instead, look for steamed, broiled, baked, grilled,
poached or roasted foods. If you’re not sure about a certain dish, ask your
server how it’s prepared.
·
Even if dishes low in saturated fat and
cholesterol aren't on the menu, you may still be able to get a low-fat meal,
because many restaurants will prepare foods to order. If you’re not sure about
a particular restaurant, phone before you go.
· High-sodium foods include those that are pickled, in cocktail sauce, smoked, in broth or au jus, in a tomato base, or in soy or teriyaki sauce. Steer clear of these.
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