A larger portion at a restaurant may seem like a bargain, but negative health consequences may make it cost more in the long run.

The Sarah Bush Lincoln Weight Management program suggests:

• Scour menu descriptions for buzzwords — such as low-fat or low-calorie — that indicate healthier choices.
• Order an appetizer instead of an entrée. If you do order an entrée, share it. Look for healthier options such as salad, minestrone soup or steamed seafood.
• Eat slowly, so you’re better able to recognize when you are full. Stop eating when you are no longer hungry.
• Drink water with lemon, instead of an oversized sugary soda.