How to Eat out on the Volumetrics Diet

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Ask how the dish is prepared.

   You can sometimes ask the chef to prepare your dish in a more healthful way, such as grilling the dish with a small amount of butter or oil instead of pan-frying.
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   Step 2: Find out which soups are broth-based rather than cream-based.

   Chicken noodle, minestrone, vegetable and beef barley are common choices that are broth-based, which means that you can have larger portions. ,, Many dishes are available in smaller portions that will still make you feel full. , Make sure that vegetables aren’t covered with oil or sauce and request steamed vegetables when possible. ,, If the chef is unwilling to accommodate you, then ask the server to recommend lighter dishes. ,, Inquire whether your server can split the meal and wrap half of it before it comes to your table.
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   Step 3: Ask for low-fat dressing options with salads.

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   Step 4: Request the lunch portion of a dish or an appetizer portion.

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   Step 5: Ask for vegetables in place of other side dishes.

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   Step 6: Inquire whether the restaurant charges for an extra plate to split the dish with a friend.

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   Step 7: Ask the waiter to nix the cheese

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   Step 8: sour cream

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   Step 9: gravy or butter on top of dishes.

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    Step 10: Ask to substitute fat-free milk for cream in coffee.

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    Step 11: Ask for a to-go bag.

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