Tips For Eating Away From Home

Whether you’re at the drive-through window, the office cafeteria or a fine dining restaurant, you can eat the nutrient-rich way. It’s easy to do when you make the following choices.

At the Fast Food Place…

• Entrée salads with grilled chicken and low-calorie dressing.
• Grilled chicken or steak tacos with lots of lettuce and tomato.
• Burger or grilled chicken sandwich with bun removed

In the Office Cafeteria…    

• Omelet filled with tomatoes, mushrooms and spinach (or any veggie)
• Lean roast beef, ham or turkey with veggies
• A salad bar creation of dark greens and other colorful veggies, avocado slices, sunflower seeds, and lean protein. Top with low-carb dressing.

When Dining Out…

• Salads made with deep greens such as spinach,  arugula and romaine lettuce.
• Lean entrees such as beef sirloin, pork tenderloin, skinless turkey breast, fish or seafood. Ask for sauces on the side.
• Stir fries loaded with broccoli, carrots, cabbage and peppers plus lean beef, lean pork, skinless chicken breast or tofu.

Eating on the Go

It’s easy to eat the nutrient-rich way– even when you’re in a time crunch. Try these ideas the next time hunger strikes when you’re on the go.

Fast Snacks in a Flash

• Low Carb granola mixed into low sugar yogurt.
• Lean roast beef, ham or turkey rolled up in a low carb tortilla plus a handful of cherry tomatoes.
• A scoop of low-fat or fat-free cottage cheese with sliced strawberries or cantaloupe cubes.

Smart Picks from the Vending Machine or Convenience Store

• Protein-packed beef jerky.
• Packages of baby carrots, broccoli florets or celery sticks.
• Mozzarella cheese sticks.
• Low Carb protein bars

Make-it-through-the-Day Desk Drawer Stashes

• Instant protein oatmeal packets.
• Small packs or cans of water-packed tuna and small cans of veggies (don’t forget the can opener).
• Light microwave popcorn. Bonus: Popcorn is a whole-grain food.
• Beef Jerky
• Nuts (almonds, peanuts, walnuts, sunflower seeds, pistachios)