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However there are good choices if you know where to look.
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To help narrow down the healthier options out there, Eat This, Not That!
Here are seven fast-food orders dietitians swear by and tips on avoiding a fast food unhealthy meal.
Focus on what you’re free to add to your meals.
Jersey Mike’s
More and more restaurants are adding produce and plant-based choices to their menus.
Review the menu before going out.
Swap fried and breaded for grilled, which helps reduce calories and fat.
Cava
Sugary drinks will only increase your sugar intake and add empty calories.
-Take it to go.
Being mindful of portion sized cuts down on calories.
Starbucks
-Skip the burrito and go for the bowl.
You’ll eliminate a lot of calories when you get rid of the tortilla.
It’s topped with a hot harissa vinaigrette that has quite a bit of heat!
Chick-fil-A
To cut some of the sodium, opt for Super Greens instead of brown rice."
It is a versatile little snack box!
There’s a sandwich for you.
Chipotle
Plus, it still tastes great with all of the accoutrements!"
Not everything is on par with fitness goals.
“This bowl is colorful, loaded with nutrients.
Cava
And rich in lean protein and high quality fat making it super satisfying.
The mix of colors and variety provides an abundance of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.”
“Fiber promotes gut health, satiety, enhanced digestion and blood sugar stabilization.
Starbucks
This bowl meets nearly 75% of most people’s daily fiber requirements in one meal.”
