Dr. Gundry's Restaurant Rules:

Here’s my take on staying lectin-free while eating out… and how to avoid that post-meal fatigue. [Dr. Steven Gundry | Founder, Gundry MD]( Have you ever felt like this, {NAME}? You eat healthy all week… Then go to a restaurant with your friends or family on the weekend… And before you know it, you’re stuffed — and feel like you’ve ruined all your health progress. If so, I have some useful “Restaurant Rules” to share with you today… Because dining out does NOT have to be unhealthy. Matter of fact, Penny and I go out to dinner with our friends almost every week. It’s something we love doing — especially because we know we’re being smart about it. So, what’s the secret to enjoying a nice night out WITHOUT compromising your health? Well, here’s my 5 easy “Restaurant Rules” to follow whenever you’re out for a bite to eat:  1. Have a game plan Before you leave, check the restaurant’s website to skim through the menu beforehand. Trust me — once you’re there and the cravings start to hit, all goals tend to go out the window… so having an idea of what you want to order is crucial in helping you make better choices. Tip: Try to avoid restaurants that say “no changes or substitutions.” That means you may not be able to ask for dressing on the side, or request no croutons or lectin-loaded tomatoes on your salad. 2. Eat a “little something” beforehand Once you have a meal in mind, have a snack at least 30 minutes before you go. This way, you won’t go in there starving when you order… which almost always leads to ordering too much food. Tip: When it comes to snacking, just be sure to avoid [any of these 3 "fake foods" that actually make you HUNGRIER](. 3. Always ask for sparkling water Once you sit down, the first thing you should order is sparkling water — for 2 reasons: A.) Sparkling water helps reduce your appetite (so you don’t overeat). B.) Drinking a big glass of sparkling water before a meal helps digestion. Tip: If possible, add a splash of balsamic vinegar to your sparkling water. I know it sounds strange, but it tastes a bit like cola. So you can have your soda fix WITHOUT destroying your friendly “gut bugs.” 4. Beware of appetizers It’s a fact: Most appetizers are designed to make you hungrier... so I recommend skipping the sliders, wings, fries, chips, or any other little “bites” you may be offered before your entrée. Now, if everyone at the table is getting an appetizer and you don’t want to say no — order a fresh salad drizzled with olive oil. (most restaurants will have that). Tip: Remember — ALWAYS say “no” to bread baskets! They’re loaded with harmful lectins, and terrible for your digestion, waistline, and gut health. 5. Follow the “good enough” rule Of course, it’s not always possible to find healthy options wherever you go. Sometimes the food is preselected… or maybe you’re traveling abroad, and simply can’t read the menu… In this case, I recommend the following: Do your best. And if there’s a go-to favorite food you absolutely NEED to have, go ahead and order it. Take a few bites, and offer the rest to someone else… or save it for later. The point isn’t to completely deprive yourself of the things you love… it’s to aim for being as healthy as you can be, and forgiving yourself for the occasional “slip ups.” Luckily, most restaurants nowadays DO offer healthy options (yes, that includes fast food restaurants)... So don’t feel guilty if you’re a foodie like myself, and love discovering new “hole-in-the-wall” places to eat. Okay, that’s all I have for you today, {NAME}. Keep these tips in mind next time you’re dining out — and have a great rest of your day! We’ll talk again soon. Looking out for you, Steven Gundry, MD [Steven Gundry, MD]( P.S. I almost forgot! One last tip I want you to remember: After you have a particularly big meal (maybe you have family coming to town, or you’re craving the local “all-you-can-eat” buffet) — consider skipping breakfast the following day. Think of it like giving your GI system a break, and allowing it to “reset” with nothing but water. That will give your digestive tract a chance to catch up… so that by lunch time, you’ll feel good as new. (And if you decide you must “break fast” and have a breakfast — do it with a plate of green, leafy vegetables drizzled with olive oil and vinegar!)   This email was sent to {EMAIL} by newsletter@gundrymd.com [Edit Profile]( | [Manage Subscriptions]( | [VIP Discounts]( | [Join Text Club]( 145 S. Fairfax Avenue, Suite 200, Los Angeles 90036  [Report Spam](  These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Â