I just came back from a long vacation in the US. My trip was both touristic, and culinary, and needless to say: the US is the fat food nation.
Before my trip, I promised myself that I would endulge in everything available and not think too much about dieting. However, I followed some simple rules to avoid over stacking fat on my butt. In my opinion, these rules can apply to any person who can handle one or two post vacation kilograms, but still wants to avoid coming back home looking like a parade float.
Rule #1: Eat your vegetables
Even if you are on vacation, don't kill all your good habits. Try eating vegetables with each meal, and favor dishes that can have vegetables as a side order. It's always better to spend more time eating greens or some steamed vegetables than anything else served on the menu.
Rule #2: Careful with the dressings
Not all salads are created equal. Always remember to ask what comes in/on it other than the vegetables, and more importantly what the dressing is. Avoid mayo or egg-based dressings such as ranch, Caesar, or mayo-mustard dressings, and favor simple balsamic or lemon-oil ones. It is always better to ask to have it on the side, so you can gauge the amount of fat you're adding to your greens.
Rule #3: keep the fries till the end
You ordered steak et frites, a grilled chicken with sautéed or mashed potatoes, or a burger and fries. We'll keep the potatoes till the end. At this point, you'll be full and less likely to finish your carbs + fat = extra calorie portion.
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