Written by Neill Abayon



Be just as careful with your diet when you dine out as when you make your own meals.



SALAD - Use vegetable oil and vinegar dressing.



BREAD - use margarine instead of butter, if desired.



CHICKEN - Eat broiled or grilled chicken; remove skin before eating.



STEAK - Ask the chef to trim off excess fat before cooking.



HAMBURGER - Avoid cheese or mayonanaise toppings; add tomato or lettuce instead.



FISH - Select broiled or poached fillets.



PASTA - Use marinara, clam, or tomato sauce without meat or sausage; avoid cream sauces.



PIZZA - Choose vegetable toppings instead of cheese or meat toppings.



BAKED POTATO - Avoid toppings such as butter or sour cream.



VEGETABLES - Eat plenty of these, but without heavy sauces.



DESSERT - Sherbert and fresh fruit are excellent choices.



COFFEE,TEA - use skim milk or non-dairy non-fat creamer.