poofwizard's Journal, 30 May 2017

To add insult to injury, legislation was denied just a short while back that would have forced restaurants to put the caloric content next to their menu items. Some places do it. I know subway and dunkin donuts put a calorie count next to their meal items. But, for the most part, we're left wondering most of the time. It's ironic when we all start really trying to embody a healthy lifestyle, just how much we start to realize most of our culture and society is dead set against the notion of decent health. I confess, it makes me rebellious. It doesn't mean I'll never eat out, but it makes me want to make it the exception and not the rule for sure. 

Eating out used to be something special. If you eat mostly home made food, and eating out once in a while it should be ok. Or just pick healthier places. I don't think you can do much else about it. 

if I counted calories. I'd be screwed. I just leave out sugars, carbs and grains. Men tend to lose pretty well on low carb. what type of diet are you doing?  

I agree with Egull! I seldom eat at places were I can't get a full nutrition list of content for their menu as well. My food sensitivities won't allow it. If stuff I buy in stores requires it, stuff I spend money on in restaurants should as well ! 🤷🏻‍♀️ 

You're starting to get it, friend. Restaurants and fast food joints want their food to be tasty first and foremost. So they add a log of butter, salt sugar, you name it. To cheat the system ( hehe) ask the waiter to bring you a to-go box with your order. Portion half of your Order into the To-go box. Give the box to the waiter and ask them ask to bring you the to-go portion with the check. This way you have a meal that is has half the calories! Also, by sending the food away, you are less likely to pick at the food in your to-go box when you are bored at the table ( I've done that and have almost eaten the whole to-go box portion- defeating my purpose) Portioning your food like this is also cost effective! Two meals for the price of one. And now tot have lunch or dinner for the following day! Also there are websites that help you pick low cal options when eating out. Just type in the name of the restaurant or fast food place and afterwards type "skinny menu." You should find some tasty low calorie gems at the place of your choosing! But in all honesty, eating out is just for occasion. Much love to you on your journey. You're not alone! We can do it, buddy!!! 

I find that most places I go have the calorie content next to the item on the menu or on the marquee. What they do not put is fat content, sodium, sugar, etc. which, to me, is just as or more important. I tell ya. Looking at a double bacon whopper with cheese with the 1100 calories next to it on the menu does make you think twice before ordering, even if you are not watching your weight. That is why, although I hate to admit it, "Fat me" preferred ignorance. 

So true! If I'm meeting friends for dinner, I'll be checking the nutritional info online before we get there, so I'll at least have an idea of what will work for me. Oddly enough, Cheesecake Factory, BJ'S brew house and Bonefish grill all have healthier options listed right on the menu...😋 my downfall is sampling other people's appetizers. Weakness for Avocado egg rolls. 😥