Eating out is a lot of fun, and at times can be unavoidable. While this can be fun, it can also be tough while on a diet. I always say that one should look up the nutritional content on the restaurant they are going to or deciding on what they will be eating ahead of time. But sometimes this is just not possible. Either plans change or the internet is down and you can’t see the nutrition facts.

Have no fear my weight loss buddies. There are other ways to beat all those unnecessary fats and calories loaded on those plates.

Did you know that are thousands of calories behind one word?

Yep, the name or description of a plate can say a lot about the nutrition facts and health level. By discovering and learning menu key words or phrases, you can save yourself from sabotaging your diet as well as the stress of finding something healthy and yet still enjoyable.

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Here are key words that should be red flagged and avoid.

* Battered

* Breaded

* Buttered

* Cheesy

* Country-Style

* Creamy

* Crispy

* Crunchy

* Crusted

* Fried

* Glazed

* Gooey

* Honey-dipped

* Melted

* Smothered

Oh man, I’m drooling now just thinking about all the foods that contain these words. But ingraining these small words in your head can save you from that next morning hangout of “why did I eat that.”

Instead, look for these keywords on your menu that add flavor and texture without extra calories.

* Roasted

* Baked

* Broiled

* Broth

* Fresh

* Multi-Grain

* Poached

* Rubbed

* Seared

* Grilled

* Scented

* Sauteed

* Spiced

* Seasoned

* Steamed

Figuring out the language of hidden calories is the first step to surviving a meal at sit-down chain restaurants. Stick with this list of healthy words and you will be set in finding a healthy restaurant meal.

Question: What is your favorite restaurant and what healthy plate do you like?

I would have to say mine is Chillies and I love eating their Chicken Fajita Pita… YUM!

Not too sure what to eat at Burger King while on a diet? Here is a list of foods to avoid and others to enjoy!

Worst Breakfast:

Omelet Sandwich: 730 calories, 45g fat

French Toast Kid’s Meal (with syrup): 680 calories, 24g fat

Hash Browns (Large): 620 calories, 40g fat

Healthiest Breakfast:

Ham Omelet Sandwich: 290 calories, 13g fat

French Toast Sticks (3 piece): 240 calories, 13g fat

* Syrup: add 80 calories

CROISSAN’WICH Egg & Cheese: 300 calories, 17g fat

CROISSAN’WICH Ham, Egg & Cheese: 340 calories, 18g fat

Salads:

Salads are a great option at BK. Avoid the TENDERCRISP and go for the TENDERGRILL Chicken Garden Salad for 240 calories and 9g fat.

* Avoid These dressings:

– KEN’S Creamy Caesar Dressing: 210 calories, 21g fat

– KEN’S Honey Mustard Dressing: 270 calories, 23g fat

* Healthier Options:

– KEN’S Fat Free Ranch Dressing: 60 calories, 0g fat

Worst Chicken Options:

TENDERCRISP Chicken Sandwich: 790 calories, 44g fat

BK BIG FISH Sandwich: 640 calories, 32g fat

Original Chicken Sandwich: 660 calories, 40g fat

Healthiest Chicken Options:

TENDERGRILL Chicken Sandwich without Mayo: 400 calories, 7g fat

CHICKEN TENDERS 6 pc: 250 calories, 15g fat

BK VEGGIE Burger: 340 calories, 8g fat

Spicy CHICK’N CRISP Sandwich: 320 calories, 13g fat

* * * Although this is low in calorie, there is 2.5g of transfat * * *

Worst Hamburger Options:

TRIPLE WHOPPER Sandwich With Cheese: 1230 calories, 82g fat

BK Quad Stacker: 1000 calories, 68g fat

WHOPPER Sandwich: 670 calories, 39g fat

Healthiest Hamburger Options:

FLAME-BROILED Hamburger: 290 calories, 12g fat

WHOPPER JR Sandwich: 370 calories, 21g fat

(Hold the Mayo and Cheese to save extra unnecessary calories)

Sides:

French Fries Small: 230 calories, 13g fat

(Swap those fries for apple fries or apple sauce!)

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Have it Your Way… Eat Healthy at Burger King!

For more Burger King nutrition facts visit there website here

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