Can Fast Food Be Healthy?
From The P.O.S.H. Life
We all are trying to save a buck in this messed up economy and one way we do it is by hitting up the fast food spots for a value meal. The Daily Spark provides a few ways to save on money and not beef up on calories. You don’t want to have to work off an extra 10 pounds for that New Years Resolution do you?
1. Look up nutrition info online before you go so you can plan your meal.
2. Say no to combo meals, even if you’ll save a bit of money. They’re inevitably larger and full of empty calories.
3. Say no when asked “Do you want fries with that?” Get a baked potato, a fruit cup or some vegetables instead (check the kids menu). If you can’t resist, get a small order and split them with a friend. Eat them one at a time to savor them.
4. Eat side dishes, like chili, soup, or baked potatoes, as a main course, or split appetizers among several people.
5. Order from the kids menu. The portions are smaller and there are usually healthy side dishes (fruit cups and carrot sticks) and drinks (milk or real fruit juice).
6. Drink water. Regular sodas can have as many as 400 calories!
To read 5 more tips, see the original article.
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