An occasional extravagant meal won't do any harm. As long as you get back on track with a healthy diet afterwards, there is nothing to worry about. On vacation and when visiting restaurants regularly, the choice of menu can make a big difference in the success or failure of a weight loss attempt. We are happy to give you some tips to enjoy yourself to the fullest and still lose weight.
Restaurant visit: preferably choose only a main course
An occasional extravagant meal won't do any harm. As long as you get back on track with a healthy diet afterwards, there is no problem. With regular restaurant visits, the choice of menu can make a big difference in the success or failure of a weight loss attempt. It is perfectly possible to choose a healthy, light meal even in a restaurant. Preferably, choose only a main course. If the main course comes with sauce, it is wise to have it served separately and to consume it in moderation. Meat, fish, game, or poultry is best grilled, poached, or stewed. The type of meat or fish should preferably be lean. Additionally, minimize fried potatoes, fries, (white) sauces, fatty salads, and other side dishes. Take as much as possible vegetables.
At the pizzeria, it helps if the amount of cheese and/or salami is limited. These often contain more calories than the entire pizza.
Would you like a starter after all?
If you do want a starter, the best options are a clear broth, a salad with yogurt dressing, or carpaccio. Baguette with herb butter, shrimp cocktails, and thick soups are examples of less suitable choices.
Don't make a habit of dessert
It is a good idea not to make dessert a habit. If you do have dessert, choose fresh fruit, sorbet without whipped cream, or a cup of coffee or tea. With Irish coffee as an exception. This coffee variant contains 340 calories per glass!
Finally, it is important to be moderate with soft drinks and alcohol, as they contain many calories that do not provide good satiety.
Vacation: choose to relax for a while
On vacation, it is often unpleasant and difficult to stick to a strict diet plan. So choose to relax for a while, but remember that losing all the extra weight after the vacation will be much harder.
Buffets are highly tempting
Buffets where you can serve yourself as much as you like can be very tempting. In this case, self-control is easier to exercise if you drink a few glasses of water beforehand and start with a plate full of salad or other vegetables.
Assignment:
Check the menu for healthier options before your next dinner out. If you do this in advance and make a choice beforehand, the temptation during the meal will be less.
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