How to Survive in the Fast Food World...

Summer time typically consists of multiple road-trips whether that be to a friend's wedding, family vacation or other excursions.  During these hours on the road we often find ourselves struggling with what exactly would be a healthy meal choice when choosing from fast food restaurants.  Below are some restaurants and food choices that would make for a good healthy meal while traveling.

Subway:
- Turkey breast sandwich on wheat: 280 calories and 3.5 grams total fat
- Veggie delight sandwich: 230 calories and 2.5 grams total fat

Wendy's:
- Grilled chicken go-wrap: 260 calories and 10 grams total fat
- Ultimate chicken grill: 360 calories and 7 grams total fat
- Small chili:  210 calories and 6 grams total fat
- Broccoli and cheese potato: 330 calories and 2.1 grams total fat

McDonald's:
- Premium Caesar salad with grilled chicken: 220 calories and 60 grams total fat
- Snack size fruit and walnut salad: 210 calories and 70 grams total fat
- Fruit and Maple oatmeal (w/ brown sugar): 290 calories and 40 grams total fat
- Fruit 'n Yogurt parfait: 160 calories and 20 grams total fat

All restaurants will have nutrition guides near the menu, so get in the habit of glancing over the guide and ordering a meal that is low in calories.  Watch out for the hidden calories that are in the sauces that you add to chicken tenders, your hamburger and even your salad. With a salad order a low-fat balsamic vinaigrette.  If you want a hamburger than order a kids hamburger with a salad as the side item.  If you can avoid beef than choose a grilled chicken sandwich.  Avoid the fried and crispy chicken options.  Eating out and on-the-go is always a challenge, good luck!