2. Always order small drinks: Here’s a way to manage your calories the next time you go to your favorite café: always order the smallest size on the menu, especially if it’s a sweetened drink. For most women, the small really is enough. And whatever you do, NEVER, EVER order a Venti or a large. Sticking to skim milk (unless your lactose intolerant) is also a good rule to follow. A tall mocha with skim milk without whipped cream can save you 120 calories over a Grande with whipped cream and 180 calories over a Venti with whipped cream.
3. Pick mustard instead of mayo: Picking regular mustard as a condiment instead of mayo will save you over 50 calories per tablespoon.
4. Pick one: If you’re going to indulge in something, pick one item to indulge in. In other words, if you want a burger, lay off of the fries and shake. If you want the shake, get a salad or grilled chicken sandwich instead.
5. Eat half: Restaurant portions tend to be enough for 2-3 meals. So when you order something from a restaurant, ask the server to serve you half and immediately wrap up the rest. This helps you save money and calories at the same time!
6. Use Substitutes: We enjoy our chocolate but munching on a piece here or a piece there than pack on the calorie and the weight. So try substituting your chocolate cravings with these great tasting chocolate alternatives in moderation: Weight Watchers Chocolate Cookies & Cream Ice Cream Bar (contains 4g of fiber and is 130 calories) or Fudgesicle (only 100 calories).
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