Does your job scope entail regular business lunches with clients? Or do your family dinners rotate between takeaways and dining out because you don't cook at home?
For those of us who frequently eat out, we usually have little control over the portion size and how the food is prepared. Studies have shown that those who eat out regularly have higher intakes of fat, salt and calories, so if you're not careful about what you order, they can add inches to the waistline faster than you can say "fast food". But fret not, with these dining-out advice from the experts, ordering from the menu can be as diet-friendly as home-cooked meals.
1. Don't start out starving
Skipping meals before you head to the restaurant can trigger overeating once you're there. Instead, plan to have a light snack beforehand -- a piece of fruit, a handful of crackers or nuts before you go. These will tide you over the travelling and waiting time, so when you're finally seated at the table, you won't be tempted to over-order.
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