RESTAURANT BLUNDERS
When you’re starving, those complimentary breadsticks or chips and salsa appear to be quite the lifesaver. But while they might be free, that doesn’t mean you won’t pay for it. Just one of Olive Garden’s free breadsticks is an additional 150 calories to your meal. And let’s be honest, you’re probably eating more than one. What’s worse, none of these calories come with any redeeming nutritional value.
Eat This! Tip:
Don’t ever go to a restaurant starving. Before you head out, grab a handful of nuts or berries. Their fiber, healthy fats, and protein will help tide you over through the breadbasket period. No time to nosh? Kindly ask your server to shrink your bread basket size or let him or her know you don’t need it at all.
