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EPISODE · Jun 7, 2025 · 19 MIN

Outsmart the Menu

from One Health Tweak a Week Podcast · host Ben Jones MD PhD

We love eating out. It’s convenient, social, and sometimes even feels like self-care. But what if your weekly takeaway habit or dinner reservation is quietly working against your long-term health?In this week’s episode of One Health Tweak a Week, we’re unpacking the science behind restaurant and takeaway meals - and it’s more revealing than you might expect.From oversized portions and hidden sugars to the stealth health risks of even “fancier” meals out, we look at how not-cooked-at-home food is affecting your weight, blood pressure, metabolic health and even your mood. (Spoiler: that posh bistro may not be as innocent as you think.)But this isn’t a guilt trip. It’s a practical guide to making smarter choices when dining out - so you can enjoy the experience without the long-term health trade-offs.In this episode:* The surprising impact of eating out more than twice a week* Why even full-service restaurants can rival fast food in calories, salt and fat* What eating out frequently does to your weight, heart and mental health* Real-life strategies to eat out well without relying on salads or skipping the funIf you’re someone who wants to enjoy your food and stay well, this episode’s for you.🧠 Listen now, and learn how to outsmart the menu—without giving up what you love.Science-backed advice, simple steps, real results. Subscribe to One Health Tweak a Week today and take the guesswork out of healthy living. Get full access to One Health Tweak a Week at newsletter.onehealthtweakaweek.com/subscribe

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We love eating out. It’s convenient, social, and sometimes even feels like self-care. But what if your weekly takeaway habit or dinner reservation is quietly working against your long-term health?In this week’s episode of One Health Tweak a Week,...

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