- Be careful in your consumption of dairy products. Try low-fat or nonfat yogurt, low-fat cottage cheese, and skim milk with your cereals.
- Drink fruit juices instead of coffee.
- Eat plenty of fresh fruits, either alone or with a waffle.
- Consider ordering hot cereals such as oatmeal, cream of wheat or cream of rice - or eat whole-grain cold cereals.
- Look for steamed, broiled, baked, grilled, poached or roasted dishes.
- Avoid high-fat foods such as fried, basted, braised, au gratin, escalloped, sautéed, stewed or stuffed dishes, as well as creamy and buttery foods.
- Avoid foods high in salt or MSG, as well as gravy and sauces. If you plan to eat salad dressings and sauces, ask for them on the side.
- Try fruit, ices, sherbet or nonfat frozen yogurt for dessert.
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- Look for low-fat menus.
- Don't hesitate to make special requests at a restaurant or to send back meals that are not prepared as you want them.
Warnings :
- If you have any questions or concerns, contact a physician or other health care professional before engaging in any activity related to health and diet. This information is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice or treatment.
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