French Fries vs Side Salad, Healthy vs. Temptation. What to do!

So, we have all been there.  We are at the restaurant and the perky waiter says, "...and for your side".
Now the good natured healthy 'you' knows that you immediately should JUMP and say, "side salad".

But, the crispy french fries are just calling out to you.  You have every excuse in the book as to why you deserve these yummy fries.

Well, maybe some education in the difference will make you think twice.

We all know that the average diet is based on 2000 calories a day. (this may vary based on your personal caloric needs, google basil metabolic rate to figure this out.)  To lose weight you need a deficit of 3500 a week to lose 1 lb!  That's 500 calories less a day, to lose 1 lb a week. 


Medium Fries:                                      Side Salad

Calories 427                                         Calories  13
Fat            22.82                                   Fat          .2
Carbs        50                                        Carbs       4.8
Protein     5                                          Protein    1.0

So, right there you see the difference.  That side of fries is keeping you from your 500 cal a day different to lose one pound.

I have found that the healthy way of eating, combined with exercise is the best way to lose weight, but build a healthy strong body.  Just eating healthy will leave you with lose skin and a weak body.

Good luck with your fitness and health goals.  Don't be afraid to skip the fries!

Danielle is a Wellness Coach in Charlotte, NC
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