Need to Know Tips:

Trim Down Your Fast Food Orders

Everyone knows fast food is not good for you,
but sometimes in these busy times there’s no other option.
Follow the tips below, and you can drive through
with your conscience a little clearer:

Ways to get the most out of your Fast Food Meal:

* Look up nutrition info online before you go so you can plan your meal or if you go inside they usually have it on the  tray inserts.

o A grilled chicken sandwich has more calories (570) than a quarter pounder with cheese (510).

* Say no to combo meals, even if you might save some money.  They are larger and full of empty calories.

* Say no to  “Do you want fries with that?” (Large fry has 570 calories) Try a baked potato, a fruit cup or some vegetables instead.  If you must (which you don’t), get a small fry. Eat them one at a time to savor them.

* Try the side dishes as a main meal, like chili, soup, or baked potatoes. Watch the cheese and sour cream.Order you meal from the kids menu. They are smaller and there are usually healthier sides (fruit cups and carrot sticks) and drinks (milk or real fruit juice).

* Try just eating a salad, but watch out for the dressing, that’s where the calories are!

* Drink water or diet soda. Avoid the sweet teas, coffees and regular sodas.

* Order special sauce on the side and use very little, it does not need to ooze out the sides.

* Ask for ketchup, mustard and salsa. NO mayo or creamy dressings.

* Remove the top slice of bread or bun to save on calories.

* Avoid anything crispy, crunchy, breaded or fried. The grilled or roasted sandwiches have 80 to 90 less calories.

* Stay away from the specialty or limited edition menu items. They usually have high-calorie extras like bacon, cheese or creamy sauces.

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