30 Seconds Summary7 Tips to Dining Out While On a Diet
- Avoid an 'all or nothing' mindset when dining out on a diet; practicing moderation is key.
- Pre-game your meal by eating beforehand to reduce hunger and avoid overeating at the restaurant.
- Eat fewer meals during the day if you anticipate a high-calorie dinner to maintain your overall calorie intake.
- Skip the breadbasket and other free starters to save your appetite for more fulfilling parts of the meal like lean proteins and veggies.
- Stay hydrated with water or diet soda to feel fuller and limit food intake during the meal.
- Choose lower-calorie options when available, especially when the calorie content in restaurant dishes is unclear.
- Practice portion control by stopping when full and avoiding unnecessary seconds or thirds.
Renaissance Periodization
Tiago Vasconcelos, RP Research Editor
