Life moves fast and we have to keep up. Eating is a physical necessity to life and also an enjoyable one. The struggle is eating what you want, when you want, and not adding the unwanted pounds. SwimSpot wants to help you choose where to eat that is healthy, so we can all look fab in our bikinis! Here is a list of the healthiest fast food restaurants nationwide.
Panera Bread
There are 1,230 locations nationwide (and in Canada). Panera offers half size of most items on the menu which is a great way to cut down calories and still enjoy the wonderful food. Before popping into Panera, go to their website and you can calculate your exact calorie intake to decide on what to order before you get there. Also, they offer whole grain breads for the sandwiches. With all the variety at Panera Bread and healthy choices offered, this is a great fast and healthy stop. Stop by and you can enjoy an Asian seasame chicken salad, a turkey artichoke panini , or a low-fat chicken noodle soap.
Jason’s Deli
There are 206 locations in the west, mid-west, mid-atlantic, and the south. Jason’s Deli made this list due to their devotion to organic food. One-fifth of all ingredients are organic, from blue-corn tortilla chips and whole wheat wraps to field of greens and spinach. Less is more and like Panera Bread, Jason’s Deli offers portion-control items on their menu. Enjoy the turkey wrap with a organic wheat wrap or the Chicago club on herb foccacia bread. Organic is the way to go!
Au Bon Pain
There are 280 locations nationwide and Au Bon Pain has a wide variety to choose from on the menu. They offer whole wheat grains, veggies, and hormone-free chicken. Au Bon Pain has nothing to hide from their customers and at each restaurant there are computer kiosks that allow you to look up the nutritional value of your meal. Try something from the 14 item “portion” menu, like the hummus and cucumber or the mozzarella and tomato.
Noodles and Company
There are 204 locations in the west, mid-west, and the south. This unique food court uses soybean oil for sautéing there delicious food. Good-bye greasy and hello healthy! Choose from Asian, Mediterranean, or American noodle bowls. Enjoy the benefits of their lean proteins like hormone and antibiotic-free chicken, beef, shrimp, and organic tofu. Watching your fat intake? Noodles and Company has broken down their menu so you can know the exact amount of fat/saturated fat you are consuming. Try the Japanese pan noodles or the Bangkok curry trio with shrimp and tossed green salad with fat-free Asian dressing.
Corner Bakery
There are 111 locations in the west, mid-west, mid-atlantic, and the south. Need breakfast fast and healthy? Corner Bakery is your stop! With only 260 calories you can indulge in the Farmer’s Scrambler containing eggs scrambled, red and green bell peppers, red onions, mushrooms, potatoes and cheddar cheese. What a great way to start the day! There are also many healthy choices for lunch and dinner. My favorite item for lunch is the salad trio. You can pick three different small portion salads from over ten options.
Chipotle
There are over 800 locations nationwide. Chipotle offers the customer to have complete control over their order. You can build your whole meal with the freshest ingredients that are locally supplied, which is rare in this industry. Chipotle has been heralded for their use of organics and hormone and antibiotic-free meats. Build your very own burrito bowl that leaves out the tortilla containing the extra and unwanted calories.
Now, no more excuses that you can’t eat healthy! Don’t interrupt your busy lifestyle and stop by these healthy fast food restaurants and eat right. The SwimSpot gang will definitely enjoy Chipotle for lunch!
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