Healthy Meal Options for Employees Entertaining Clients at Restaurants

Dalton Skiles, Shan Hua, Jessica Tormey

Overview Pinnacle Corporation Fitness Program

One-year anniversary 5,347 pounds lost

Change in employee needs Previous needs met by the fitness program Current needs unfulfilled

Give employees healthy meal options and advice for eating in restaurants

Elements of Report Components of a healthy diet

Benefits of healthy eating habits Restaurant selection

Restaurant qualifications Healthy menu options

Advice for healthy eating in restaurants Portion control Food preparation styles

Methodology Research collected from:

University studies News outlets Health and wellness website

Restaurant menus from: Jason’s Deli Il Vicino On the Border Panera Bread Red Lobster Romano’s Macaroni Grill

Components of a Healthy Diet

Jessica Tormey

MyPyramid U.S. Department of

Agriculture Redesigned from

traditional pyramid Food groups have

percentage of pyramid

U.S. Department of Agriculture, 2005.

Components of the MyPyramid Diet Consume three to six ounces of grains

Phytochemicals and antioxidants Eat two and a half cups of vegetables each

day Vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants

Limit fruit to two cups a day Cancer-fighting benefits, fiber, vitamins

Fit in three cups of dairy a day Calcium and vitamin D

Try to eat five and a half ounces of protein daily Protein and omega

No More Counting Calories Small steps Limit portions Reward yourself

Restaurant Selection

Dalton Skiles

Restaurant Selection Criteria Appropriate atmosphere Public nutritional information Breakfast, lunch, or dinner Various menu options Variety of cuisines

Selected Restaurants Jason’s Deli Il Vicino On the Border Panera Bread Red Lobster Romano’s Macaroni Grill

Jason’s Deli Prompt service, wide selection Specialty sandwiches Soups Salads Wraps

Menu Item Calories Total Fat (g) Saturated Fat (g) Sodium (mg)Spinach Veggie Wrap 359 17 8 607Turkey Wrap 359 14 4 920Nutty Mixed Up Salad 457 12 5 609Chicken Noodle Soup – Cup 68 2 1 408Southwest Chicken Chili – Cup 116 4 1 569

Beef Stew – Cup 181 3 1 660

Jason’s Deli nutritional information 2010).

Il Vicino Contemporary decorations, warm and inviting

atmosphere Pizza Salad

Il Vicino nutritional information 2010).

Menu Item Calories Total Fat (g) Saturated Fat (g) Sodium (mg)

Small Margherita Pizza 385 12 5 1020

Small Melanzane Pizza 425 15 5 1140

Small Pizza Al Pesto 520 23 6 1250

Small Gamberoni Pizza 500 24 7 1110

Insalata Di Casa (Salad) 270 19 3 340

On the Border Lively atmosphere, small healthy selection Enchiladas Tacos Tostadas

On the Border nutritional information 2010).

Menu Item Calories Total Fat (g) Saturated Fat (g) Sodium (mg)Citrus Chipotle Chicken Salad 290 4 2 840

Crispy Taco – Chicken 260 12 4 530Enchilada – Chicken 210 11 5 460Tostada – Chicken 90 3 1 330Tostada – Guacamole 140 10 3 290Tostada – Ground Beef 120 7 3 370Side – Black Beans 180 3 1 830Side – Grilled Vegetables 90 1 0 85

Panera Bread Available for breakfast or lunch Bagels Sandwiches Salads

Panera Bread nutritional information 2010).

Menu Item Calories Total Fat (g) Saturated Fat (g) Sodium (mg)Plain Bagel 290 1.5 0 460Whole Grain 370 3.5 0 430Egg & Cheese on Ciabatta 380 14 6 620Half Tomato & Mozzarella on Ciabatta

380 15 5 650

Half Asiago Roast Beef on Asiago Cheese

350 13 7 630

Half Mediterranean Veggie on Tomato Basil

300 7 1.5 730

Half Fuji Apple w/ Chicken Salad

260 15 3.5 410

Red Lobster Upper class seafood restaurant Fresh fish

Red Lobster nutritional information 2010).

Menu Item Calories Total Fat (g) Saturated Fat (g) Sodium (mg)

Chilled Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail 120 0.5 0 580

Steamed Maine Lobster 45 0 0 350

Wood-Grilled Grouper 370 2.5 0.5 370

Wood-Grilled Mahi-Mahi 360 2 0 360

Wood-Grilled Tilapia 360 4.5 1 270

Wood-Grilled Tuna 360 1.5 0 640

Garden Salad (No Dressing)

90 33 0 105

Sides – Fresh Broccoli 45 0.5 0 200

Romano’s Macaroni Grill Cozy Italian atmosphere, limited healthy

selections Pasta Grilled chicken Grilled fish

Romano’s Macaroni Grill nutritional information 2010).

Menu Item Calories Total Fat (g) Saturated Fat (g) Sodium (mg)

Capellini Pomodoro 490 N/A 2 960

Rosemary Spiedini – Grilled Chicken

390 N/A 1.5 970

Grilled Halibut 450 N/A 2 610

Pan-Seared King Salmon 460 N/A 6 430

Advice for Healthy Eating in Restaurants

Shan Hua

Tips for Dining Out Watch out for sauces, dressings, and toppings No need for a clean plate Select the right beverage Avoid fried foods

Watch Out for Sauces, Dressings, and Toppings Avoid butter and sour cream Limit salad dressings

No Need for a Clean Plate Eat slowly Stop before feeling full To-Go box

Select the Right Beverage Order water or unsweetened tea, Avoid soda and alcohol

Avoid Fried Foods Preparation styles to avoid

Fried Deep-fried Pan-fried Crispy Basted

Instead, choose Broiled Baked Steamed Roasted

Summary Focus on consuming a balanced diet Explore menu options based on balanced diet

guidelines Eat smaller portions Order water Avoid fried foods

Implementation Develop brochures, flyers, and presentations Monitor employee feedback for six months Evaluate and redesign materials, if necessary