Q: What’s the healthiest way to order shrimp? A: If you’re a fan of shrimp, you probably know there are plenty of different ways to prepare this succulent little shellfish, and restaurants use them all. When it comes to enjoying shrimp AND maintaining a healthy diet, some of those shrimp dishes are better choices than others…at …
Ordering from fast food is always a tricky thing when trying to keep your health in mind. Is it a good chance to indulge? Shoud you stick with your old favorites? Can anything be healthy? Question: “What do I order at a fast food restaurant (especially with kids)?” Many fast food, chain, and single unit restaurants …
While the headlines focus on Meat = Cancer, the full report offers much more clarity and detail around the organization’s findings. Here are some of the key points. Q: What does the report on meat and cancer mean for me? A: The recently released World Health Organization Report linking processed meats to cancer has been making …
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Here are some of the Kids LiveWell menu choices, identified by Healthy Dining’s dietitians, that are good choices for your kids at restaurants. Q: I don’t have time to sort through and understand restaurant nutrition information. What are the best choices for my kids at restaurants? A: You are certainly not alone as a parent short …
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When dining out at restaurants, your New Year’s resolution doesn’t have to be thrown by the wayside. Q: How Can I Stick to My New Year’s Resolutions and Still Eat Out at Restaurants? The New Year can mean a fresh start on achieving New Year’s resolutions and long-term health goals. If your New Year’s resolutions …
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These dietitian tips can help you quickly get back on track with your diet, healthy lifestyle and goals after a weekend splurge. Q: I went overboard during the holiday weekend! How should I get back on track after my splurge weekend? Weekend splurges. They happen to everyone from time to time. The key is to make …
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Congratulations on taking steps to eat healthier, especially at restaurants! When it comes to maintaining resolutions, you are not alone in losing motivation as the weeks go by. Whether it’s lack of a specific goal, overly ambitious goals or lack of support, a large percentage of individuals find it difficult to stick to those New …
Great question! The mornings can be such a rushed time, and it’s so important to get a healthy breakfast in to kick-start your metabolism. Many people think skipping breakfast will help them lose weight. However, these people are probably more likely to make unhealthy food choices and overeat later on in the day. At Healthy Dining, …
The Mediterranean diet has become very popular in recent years mostly because of its health benefits. Studies indicate that the diet can help improve heart health and reduce the risk of cognitive decline. In addition to these health benefits, many choose to follow the Mediterranean diet for weight loss. Here are some of the basic …
Sometimes “healthy foods” give a misconception that you can eat as much as you want and then you end up eating more calories than if you ate the “unhealthy” version. No! The rules of portion control still apply. Sometimes “healthy foods” give a misconception that you can eat as much as you want and then you end …
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