WRITTEN ON December 4th, 2009 BY carey b. AND STORED IN Tips

Between a case of the flu, bronchitis and Thanksgiving, it’s been tough getting back into the swing of things and finding something to write about.  But this morning, as I was browsing through the Eat This Not That App on my Iphone- it dawned on me this would be perfect to write about.  I spend a lot of time away from home on the weekends, visiting family and travelling to stock up on items from those big warehouse stores. Typically, my husband and I end up eating out a lot at places like Panera, Burger King (who doesn’t love a whopper with cheese?) or Quiznos.  With the exception of BK (of those three anyway), there’s NO information available at Quiznos and very little on their web site about their sandwiches, and I haven’t had the time to research Panera.  I had been planning to buy 2010 edition of this book and hadn’t found it yet, but when I heard on Twitter it was available for the Iphone, I bought it right away.

At $4.99, it’s a more expensive app, but the information provided is invaluable.  It has nutritional information for every major chain restaurant that I could think of. Arby’s, BK, McDonald’s, Panera, Olive Garden, Chik-a-Fil, Starbucks, Outback Steakhouse…the list goes on.  To say I was horrified at some of the calories counts (particularly of the last restaurant I listed), would be an understatement.  The App also has a calorie tracker, a way to favorite items, easy swaps for saving calories, and even things to look out for at the Supermarket as well as tons of items in all different categories.   It also allows you to save your favorites, compare items, and in some cases will even tell you how to get an item of similar taste but with a whole lot less calories.

If you have an Iphone and want to have a little more freedom about where you can eat and still stick within your calorie range- this is a must have item.  I’ve already spent a good hour reading through the various restaurants and it’s easy navigation will make for quick look-ups as you’re preparing to order. At $4.99, it’s worth EVERY calorie you’ll save- and not only for you but your entire family.

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