Watch out for this “White Lie”

This week’s tip is simple: Avoid highly-caloric dressings at all costs, especially the white and creamy ones.

A common belief is that eating salads is good for weight loss. Whenever I go out to eat, people often assume I'll order a salad because I'm very diet-conscious. However, the truth is that most salads I see on menus are laden with high-calorie dressings—packed with sugar, fats, and oils—that will never leave you feeling full. I’d much prefer eating a burger over a salad because, though both might be considered unhealthy, at least the burger would fill me up.

Some of the worst sauces/dressings include:

• Ranch

• Caesar

• Ketchup

• Mayonnaise

• Most Subway dressings, and Chick-fil-A's magic sauce

Instead, try opting for dressings with low added sugar and sodium, such as vinaigrettes. I also love using Greek yogurt as a base to make my dressings.

If you’re interested in learning more about healthier dressing options, feel free to reach out, and I can direct you to some resources!