Heart Healthy Dine Out Tips

Eating out is a convenient option for busy Singaporeans who do not have time to cook, but the fat, calories, sugar and sodium can add up quickly if you dine out regularly. Use these tips to make healthy choices the next time you eat out.

• Ask for no or less sugar when ordering food and drinks
• Bring a bottle of water whenever you go out
• Choose water over sweetened beverages. If you don’t like plain water, try some fruit or herb-infused water without sugar
• Ask for plain rice instead of flavoured rice
• Choose whole-grain whenever possible
• Enjoy deep-fried and high fat items in moderation
• When having salads or dry noodles, ask for dressings and sauces to be served on the side
• For soupy items (e.g. soup noodles), leave the soup behind to reduce sodium intake
• Skip the gravies and sauces
• Have fruits in place of sugary dessert or snack, but minimise fruit juices as they contain little or no fibre

Disclaimer: The content on this page is for information only, it is not meant to substitute direct medical advice from your doctor or clinician.