WVU Wellness &
Nutrition Intiative

There are several options for making healthy choices when eating out. One is to check the Internet to see if the restaurant has a menu posted online. This allows you to pick out healthier options ahead of time, and limits the likelihood that you’ll make impulse decisions that might not be so good for you once you get there. Another strategy is to ask for a to-go box when your meal is first brought to the table and immediately setting half your entrée aside. This may seem a bit awkward if you are with friends or family, but it is a common request. Most restaurant portions are enough for more than one meal, and this will allow you to eat less at one serving and have some left over for the next day. Thus, you can save calories and money while still going out for dinner!