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Cravings go beyond typical American fare, and that's why we've compiled some healthier food tips. Whether you're craving your favorite Italian, Mexican or Asian food dishes, Craving Converter has something for you. Select from the three categories below.
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Who says eating restaurant food can't be healthy? Since many menu items don't include nutritional information, we've taken the guess work out of ordering restaurant food. Select from the list of popular restaurants to browse the best and worst menu items. The nutritional information, including food calories, listed for each restaurant is based on one serving size.
Calculate your daily calorie needs, then use this equation to find out your daily fat intake: calories X .30 = calories from fat \ 9 = grams of fat per day. See how your favorite restaurant meal measures up with these numbers.
Chili's ® is federally registered and is a trademark of Brinker International.
*this number is for saturated fat
Panera Bread's ® is federally registered and is a trademark of Panera Bread.
Denny's ® is federally registered and is a trademark of Denny's.
McDonald's ® is federally registered and is a trademark of the McDonald's Corporation.
Starbuck's ® is federally registered and is a trademark of Starbuck's.
KFC's ® is federally registered and is a trademark of Yum! Brands, Inc.
Burger King's ® is federally registered and is a trademark of the Burger King Corporation.
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Be conscious of your calorie count.Your body has a set number of calories that you need each day. When you go beyond this number, you can gain weight. Read more
The magic number is 3,500 calories. This means if you go above your needs by 3,500 additional calories, you will gain one pound. Unfortunately, this can happen over time. Consuming an additional 100 calories per day (a piece of bread) can lead to an 11-pound weight gain over the course of a year. That's why it's important to save a calorie wherever and whenever you can. Every calorie counts!
Get your essential nutrients. Your body needs protein, carbohydrates, fat, vitamins, minerals, and water to perform at its best each day. Too much or too little of any nutrient can be dangerous. Read more
The diet industry has led people to believe that certain nutrients are bad for you and can cause you to gain weight. To keep your body healthy, you are meant to consume the correct amount of these nutrients in moderation. The recommendations are to consume: - 20% to 35% of your calories from fat - 45% to 65% of your calories from carbohydrates - 10% to 35% of your calories from protein You can keep track of what and how you are consuming these nutrients with a website that analyzes your food records. You can get your total calorie content and the breakdown of where your calories are coming from. Make sure the site you use obtains information from the USDA Nutrient Database.
Read the label. The food label is the key to understanding what you are eating. The most important information is the serving size. Read more
The nutritional information outlined in the food label corresponds to the serving size. For example, if the serving size is 2 cookies and you consume 4, you would need to double the information on the label. The percentages in the food label are useless unless you are consuming 2,000 calories per day. So, focus on the grams, not the percentages.
Reward yourself. There are no "good" or "bad" foods. You can splurge on something you wouldn't typically eat as long as you plan for it. Read more
Thinking that something is "bad" for you will only make you feel bad when you eat it. Try thinking of food as "everyday foods" and "sometimes foods." Decide if what you are craving is better for you to have now or save for later. Plan when you want to have a treat then decide what you will have, how much you will have, and how many calories it will cost you. Once you have planned for it enjoy!
Reduce the fat. High-fat diets can cause health problems and lead to weight gain. A quick calculation can tell you how many grams of fat you are allowed to consume each day. Read more
Your recommended fat intake is based on the number of calories you consume. Use this calculation to determine how many grams of fat you should consume each day: Calories X 0.30 / 9. For example, a 1,800 calorie diet X 0.30 = 540 / by 9 = 60 grams of fat. That is the maximum number of fat grams that you should have per day. Keep track of this number because it can add up fast.
Fill up on fiber. Did you know that the average American does not consume half of the recommended amount of fiber? The amount of fiber you need each day is based on your age and gender. Read more
Fiber helps lower your blood cholesterol, keep you regular, normalize blood sugar, aid in weight loss, and prevent some problems with your colon. Good sources of fiber are whole wheat grains, fresh fruit (with the skin and/or seeds), and vegetables. Here are the daily recommendations for men and women: Men 50 years and younger - 38 grams Men 51 years and older - 30 grams Women 50 years and younger - 25 grams Women 51 years and older - 21 grams