Finding a Fast Food Fix
Fast food is typically higher in calories, fat, sugar & salt. It can also be lower in key nutrients while
increasing risk for obesity, high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes & heart
disease. The goal is to still enjoy the
convenience of fast food while finding a better choice.
Restaurant chains with 20+ locations are now required to post calories
on menus, making it easier for consumers to be more aware of the lower-calorie
options. Follow these simple tips to
help cut the calories and find a more balanced fast meal.
Tip #1: Plan ahead before
you go to determine the better choices.
Check the website for menu calories and look for an entrée under 500
calories.
Tip #2: Watch the beverages
– sweet tea, soda, lemonade, and shakes add up in calories quick! You could save a couple hundred calories by
choosing water.
Tip #3: A simple swap or
hold can also save hundreds of calories.
Swap crispy for grilled. Swap
fries for fruit. Hold the cheese. Hold the sauce. Hold the bun.
Extra veggies. Dressings on the
side.
Try other fast alternatives like Starbuck’s protein boxes,
utilize Panera Bread’s rapid
pick-up or order from Subway’s fresh
fit menu. Check out our
team’s favorite fast food picks below and even more ideas on our BestHealth
Pinterest Board.
Happy healthy eating!