Eating Out on a Low-Carb Diet

You don't have to become a hermit to lose weight. Most restaurants are very accommodating. The trick isn't finding a "low-carb restaurant"; it's knowing how to modify the menu anywhere.

The Burger Joint

Order: Bacon Cheeseburger.

Modification: "No bun, add extra lettuce" or "Protein Style."

Side: Swap fries for a side salad or coleslaw.

The Mexican Restaurant

Order: Fajitas or Burrito Bowl.

Modification: No rice, no beans, no tortillas. Double the meat, cheese, guacamole, and sour cream. It’s a delicious mess.

The Italian Restaurant

Order: Chicken Parmesan or Steak.

Modification: Ask for the breading to be left off the chicken (grilled instead of fried). Swap pasta side for steamed broccoli with butter.

The Breakfast Diner

Order: Omelet or "The Lumberjack."

Modification: No toast, no hash browns. Ask for sliced tomatoes or extra bacon instead.