Where Extra Calories May Be Hiding!

I am not an advocate of calorie counting because it is a very tedious task and we usually underestimate the amount of calories we consume. Try estimating your caloric consumption by eating one serving; instead of two or three. This is especially important with snack foods such as chips or candy. Single serve portions will help keep you on track. You should be aware of common culprits that add extra calories to your meals and snacks. Extra dressing on your salad adds extra calories. Ask for your dressing on the side when you eat out. Adding sauces, oil, or mayonnaise to your sandwich quickly adds up the calories as well. When you are cooking vegetables adding oil or butter can make a healthy choice unhealthy. Steam your veggies and add a very small amount of extra virgin olive oil before serving for flavor. Avoid fried foods because they are loaded with calories and fat. Baked options are always best. Beverages can add extra calories to our diet daily. Limit sugary drinks, watch your alcohol consumption, and be cautious when adding sugar and cream to your coffee and tea. Water contains no calories; therefore, making it a great choice to hydrate your body. You should be aware of your calorie consumption without having to count each calorie you consume.