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5 tips for a healthy meal when eating out
Eating out is almost second nature to people in Singapore where food options are aplenty. About 60 per cent of Singapore residents eat out at least four times a week, according to the latest National Health Survey. Here are some tips to eat healthily while you are out for a meal.
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File photo showing a dinner crowd at a food centre in Sengkang.
PHOTO: ST FILE
1. PLAN AHEAD
If you know you will be heading out for dinner, cut back on your calorie intake earlier in the day by eating lighter meals. You can also check a restaurant's menu online - if it has a website - before making a reservation, to see if it offers healthier dishes.
