Usually most American style restaurants have many choices for people that are on a diet. When going to a restaurant that offers American food, the key is to stay away from fried foods and heavy sauces. For appetizers, stick to house salads (with olive oil and vinegar, no ranch or thousand island dressing!). For your main course, stick to veggie pizzas, portabella or veggie burgers on whole wheat, grilled chicken sandwiches on whole wheat, or grilled fish with veggies. Stay away from french fries, onion rings, all salad dressings (except for olive oil), mayonnaise, cheese, soft drinks, and fried chicken wings. Only use ketchup as a dip, as it is low on calories and offers nutritional value to your body. As for desserts......stick to fresh fruit or coffee. Always consume plenty of water throughout your meal.

Quick Reference for American Food

HEALTHY AMERICAN DISHES

Chicken Salad (Salad - Lettuce, Skinless Chicken Breast, Onions, Tomato, Olive Oil)
Flank Steak (Meat - 6 oz. Serving)
Grilled Chicken Sandwich (Meat - Wheat Bun, Chicken Breast, Lettuce, Onion, Tomato)
Grilled Fish (Seafood - Fish)
Grilled Chicken (Meat - Skinless Chicken Breast)
House Salad (Salad - Lettuce, Onions, Tomato, Olive Oil)
Portabella Burger (Vegetarian - Wheat Bun, Mushroom, Lettuce, Onion, Tomato)
Vegetable Soup (Soup - Veggies, Pasta, Broth)
Vegeterian Pizza (Pizza - Baked Dough, Tomato Sauce, Cheese, Vegetables)
Veggie Burger (Vegetarian - Wheat Bun, Veggie Patty, Lettuce, Onion, Tomato)

AMERICAN DISHES TO STAY AWAY FROM

Apple Pie (Dessert - Dough, Apples, Sugar)
Bacon (Meat - Fried Pork)
Cheeseburger (Sandwich - Bread, Meat, Cheese, Mayo, Lettuce, Onion, Tomato)
Fried Chicken (Meat - Fried Battered Chicken)
French Fries (Side - Fried Potatoes)
Hot Dog (Sandwich - Bun, Meat, Ketchup, Mustard)
Meat Pizza (Pizza - Dough, Tomato Sauce, Cheese, Sausages, Pepperoni)
Onion Rings (Side - Fried Battered Onions)
Pot Roast (Meat - Beef Chuck, Beef Broth, Potatoes)
Rib Eye Steak (Meat - 48 Grams of Fat per serving)

This website is intended as a reference only, not as a medical manual. The information given is designed to help you make informed decisions about your health. It is not intended as a substitute for any treatment that may have been prescribed by your doctor. If you feel that you have a medical problem, please seek immediate medical help. Before starting any diet, you should consult with your doctor.