Have you made plans for a romantic Valentine's Day dinner?? Or have you opted for a casual get-together with a gal pal?? For women especially, your choice of a Valentine's Day dinner date might affect your diet.
What Women Eat When They Dine with Women
Ladies who have opted for a casual night out with girlfriends may want to beware.? Women tend to eat as much as their dining partner if the dining partner is a woman.? In fact, according to a new report, if the woman is a new friend they even match the companion's eating pattern bite for bite.? So, if you're on a diet, you may want to find a friend who eats light.
When Women Eat When They Dine with Men
But what if your Valentine's date is a man? ?Studies have suggested that women eat less in the presence of a man.? A study conducted in Ontario, Canada observed that women tend to choose lower calorie foods in front of a male dining partner.? Men, on the other hand, were unaffected by the gender of their eating companion.
How to Dine Out Without Busting Your Diet
Regardless of who you choose to be your Valentine's Day dinner date, there are a few ways to stay on your diet when dining out.? Try these calorie-saving tips.
- View the menu online before going out to eat. Choose your meal in advance.? Look for foods that are roasted, steamed, or broiled.? Try to avoid foods that are fried, battered, or sauteed in butter.
- Ask your server for help. Most restaurants are happy to accommodate special requests.? If you are not sure how a food is prepared, ask your waiter.? Or inquire about his/her recommendation for lighter fare.? You may also request that dressings and sauces be put on the side.
- Choose your entree from the appetizer menu. Portions at restaurants are often too large.? Rather than splitting a high calorie meal into two smaller meals, choose an appetizer as your main entree and supplement with a small green salad.
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