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The Better For You! Program recognizes restaurants that offer meals lower in fat, cholesterol and sodium. A special symbol - a happy heart wearing a chef's hat - marks these menu items prepared to this healthier standard.
As many Southern Californians rush between work, family, school, and church commitments, a restaurant meal can give a "breather" to the usual shopping, cooking, and dishwashing routine.
Restaurants in San Bernardino County and their customers benefit from having menu items lower in fat, cholesterol, and sodium. Many chronic diseases and conditions, including diabetes, high blood cholesterol, and high blood pressure (hypertension) can be prevented or better controlled by a healthful diet.
At the restaurant, ask for:
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Meat, poultry, or fish to be broiled, grilled, baked, steamed or poached rather than fried or sauteed. Remove skin and extra fat. |
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Fresh, raw, or steamed vegetables to accompany your entree. |
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Dressings, sauces, and gravies to be served on the side. |
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Steamed (warm) soft corn tortillas in place of fried chips. |
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A take home box. Take half of the meal home to enjoy the next day. |
Restaurants:
To quality for the Better For You! Restaurant Program, menu items must contain:
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Less than 30% of calories from fat, |
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Less than 125 mg. of cholesterol, and |
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Less than 1200 mg. of sodium. |
Restaurant owners and managers who want to participate in the program can call Theresa Warren at (909) 387-6320, or by e-mail: twarren@dph.sbcounty.gov
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