Eating out
Indian eating patterns are undergoing revolutionary changes with the spectacular growth of restaurants. Here are some suggestions to eat healthily away from home without missing out the fun.
Eat something healthy (Fruits, a vegetable sandwich made without butter, salads) to take the edge off your apetite before you leave home
At a south Indian restaurant select steamed preparations such as Idlies, Idiappam and rice and avoid dishes such as vadas and bajjis
Limit or avoid dishes with coconut or cream
At a north Indian restaurant order plain tandoori breads instead of puris, parathas or baturas etc
For beverages select an unsweetened juice such as vegetable, fruit or tomato juices. Alcoholic beverages = Extra calories
Choose lean meat, fish or chicken without skin
Cooking methods – Choose foods which are boiled, grilled, broiled, steamed, poached, roasted or baked. Avoid foods which are fired au gratin or made with a gravy
Avoid breaded fried foods
Order fruit for dessert instead of a high calorie item such as icecream, pie or an Indian sweet
