Share a meal with someone or take some of your meal home. If you do, share it with someone. Don't starve yourself all day to save calories. This makes you so hungry you may overeat. Clues to Fat and Sodium Content Below are terms that provide clues to fat and sodium content.
Few terms guarantee lower sodium.
If you are not careful, a salad from a salad bar can provide more calories and fat than a sandwich, glass of milk and a piece of fruit. Choose plain, unmarinated items such as carrots, celery, green peppers, radishes, mushrooms, onions, cucumbers, broccoli, cauliflower, and others. Limit quantity of salad dressings. They may range from 60 to 90 calories per tablespoon. Use thinner dressings, select low-cal versions, low fat cottage cheese, or use vinegar or a wedge of lemon.