Ordering Out Tips

 Tips for Healthy Eating Dining Out! – The Happy Vegan

I believe you can live the best life possible, and we know that requires a healthy you. We also know that there will be times when you are out for a special occasion with friends and family and need to make healthy eating decisions. 

I’m here to help, as a Coach, so you’re sure to follow best practices and guidelines I’ve learned when dining out. The good news is that eating out can be easier to navigate than you may think!

Start by rearranging your routine on a plan by eating greens and lean protein meal plan( message me if you want details) when you need it –at a family brunch, dinner at a restaurant, or lunch with friends.

Here are some tips that may help you stay on track:

  • Abide by the guidelines for Lean & Green meals as you would at home, which should consist of 5 to 7 ounces of cooked lean protein (like chicken), 3 servings of non-starchy vegetables (like a simple garden salad, sans croutons, onions, or carrots), and 0-2 servings of healthy fats depending on your lean choices. If it helps, review this Dining Out Guide for reference before placing your order.
  • Request your meat be prepared sans rich sauces with added fats.
  • Substitute starchy vegetables (like potatoes) for lower carbohydrate choices (like steamed broccoli or green beans).
  • Ask your server to hold the bread basket or bowl of chips and always order your salad dressing on the side.
  • Focus on friendly conversation rather than the food! Be completely “in the moment” with your dining companions. Catch up, ask questions, listen intently, and reflect on what they share. Not only will this keep your mind off of food, but it will enrich and grow important relationships with those that are important in your life, like family members, best friends, even those that are not on a program. 

If you don’t follow the Lean & Green meal requirements to a tee, don’t dwell on it, or beat yourself up. Just pick up right where you left off, and get back on Plan starting with your next meal!

If you need additional tips on eating out, feel free to reach out to me  for extra support and guidance.

~Tiffanyxx

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