Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX) is committed to helping you and your family live a healthier lifestyle, which is why we continue to provide HealthSelect participants the tools and resources necessary to do so.
This section of the HealthSelect Web site gives you weekly tips on how small changes can have a large impact on your health.
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Curbing unhealthy choices at the drive-through...
Whether scrambling to grab breakfast on the way to work or picking up dinner before baseball practice or piano lessons, Americans are spending more and more time eating meals on the go. Hear's how to make fast food menu choices that are quick and healthy:
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Keep portion sizes small, such as choosing a regular or children's-size hamburger rather than burgers with two or three patties
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Substitute fries or onion rings with health side dishes like a salad or fruit bowl
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Opt for grilled items and avoid fried or breaded foods that are high in fat and calories
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Ask for healthier, low-fat options for condiments that come with entrees
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Save calories by ordering water, diet soda, unsweetened ice tea, sparkling water or mineral water
If life has you eating on the run, take a little time to slow down and make smart, healthy choices when you're in the fast food lane.
To learn other ways you can make small changes that have a large impact on your health, log in to Blue Access for Members and the Personal Health Manager today!
Source: Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research
