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228600571500Tips for Restaurant EatingChooseAvoidAsianLightly stir-fried or steamed vegetable dishesSteamed riceTofu items (not fried)Lightly stir-fried or broiled chicken or fish dishesFortune cookies*Teriyaki chicken bowlsEgg rolls, fried rice, fried noodles, Lo Mein dishesBreaded and deep fried meatsDishes with lobster sauceChicken wingsCrab puffsItalianPasta or chicken dishes with tomato, clam or garlic sauce*Minestrone soupItalian bread (plain)Salad with olive oil and vinegarIces or fresh fruit for dessertDishes with cheese or cream saucesBreaded meatsSausageGarlic breadCheesecake, ice cream or pastries ChooseAvoid MexicanLean chicken, lean beef, shrimp or vegetable fajitas with salsaFlour or corn tortillas (baked)*GazpachoChicken tostada or chicken enchilada (plain)Salad bars (avoid high fat toppings)Fried tortillas or tortilla chips Extra cheeseSour cream and guacamoleRefried beans and fried riceMilkshakes made with whole milk or ice cream Fast FoodHamburgers with out mayonnaise based sauces & cheeseBaked potato with low fat toppingGrilled chicken sandwiches without high fat saucesLow fat ice cream and yogurt conesSandwiches made with lean roast beef, turkey or ham (no mayo, oil or extra cheese) Cheeseburgers, double burgersFrench fries, potato chipsFried/breaded fish or chicken sandwichesApple pies (even baked)*Sandwiches made with salami, bologna or pastrami* = These food items are high in sodiumContact your local VA dietitian for more information.* Limit these food items if you watch your salt/sodium intake ................
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