This week I happened to have dinner from Chipotle one night. Even as registered dietitian, it is easy to forget how all of the little "extras" add up to a whopping calorie punch. Think that little slice of cheese or dollop of sour cream is benign? Think again.
If you ever find yourself stuck, plateaued or even put on a few pounds, you may want to consider if these little sneaky calories are finding their way into your day.
- Slice of cheese 1 oz 80-10 calories
- 1/4 c. shredded cheese 140 calories
- 1 tbs mayonnaise 60 calories
- A handful of nuts (1/4 c.) 238 calroies
- 1 tsp of oil 40 calories
- 1 tbs butter 102 calories
- 1 tbs guacamole 30 calories
- Chips of any kind - about 10 calories per chip
Every little bit counts. Here is how my "healthy" no-rice burrito bowl dinner got up to 775 calories. According to Chipotle's Nutrtion Calculator
Chicken 190 calories
Black Beans 120 calories
Fajita Veggies 20 calories
Salsa 20 calories
Sour Cream 120 calories
Cheese 100 calories
1/4 bag of chips 147.5 calories (the whole bag plus salsa is 590)
To cut down, I can ditch the chips and choose between sour cream OR cheese. Not both. That would bring it back down to less than 500 calories for dinner. Although I use Chipotle as an example, these sneaky calories can get in with sandwiches, veggies, salads, breakfast, etc. Be on the look out and be sure to log them if you eat them.
