Eating on the Go During the Holiday Season
As you race around trying to accomplish all the things we do for happy holiday season, fast foods tend to become a more common part of our meals. If you find this is happening to you try opting for a traditional deli sandwich. You can control the contents and the serving sizes better than what you might find at a fast food restaurant. If you find yourself opting for a traditional sandwich for lunch, the following tips will help you build a better sandwich:
- Order sandwiches made on whole-wheat bread.
- Ask for less meat (2 to 4 ounces should be plenty, depending on your individual calorie needs).
- Ask for cheeses with a lower fat content like mozzarella or provolone. Some places will offer lower fat cheddars and swiss as well.
- Ask for vegetable toppings like lettuce, tomato, peppers, grilled vegetables or a small amount (1/8) of a small avocado.
- Ask for sides of condiments like mayonnaise (light or regular) or salad dressing and apply them yourself.
- Order a half sandwich and a small cup of vegetable-based soup, such as minestrone
- Remember to order low fat or skim milk as a part of that healthy meal.
