When dining out, there are a couple foods you should absolutely AVOID to make sure you are eating the healthiest. You should really try to stay away from these foods:

• Fried foods (fries, fish sandwiches, fried chicken)
• Oversized portions
• Full fat salad dressings
• Biscuits
• Sugar-fortified beverages (cola, sweet tea)
• Anything with cheese on it

Instead, you should replace those foods with these healthier alternatives:

• Smallest portions available – regular hamburgers vs. quarter pounder
• Reduced fat/lite dressings
• Whole grain sandwiches or wraps with lean protein (turkey, chicken) and as many veggies as possible
• Water, unsweetened tea or coffee
• Entree salads without croutons or full fat dressings
• Fresh fruit side

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