Food Smart

If you're counting calories, a day out at the ballpark can be almost as frustrating as it is exciting. Half the fun in America's favorite past time is the sensory experience of the food. Remember, healthy eating is not about going without; it's about being food-smart. It's all about asking yourself, "Is it worth the splurge?"

Investigate the calorie counts beforehand, so you know what you're getting into when you order. Here are a couple of tips for you to follow:

A loaded foot-long hot dog is equivalent to two regular dogs and buns. Instead, try turkey wrap (350 calories) or garden burger (300 calories). Forgo half the calories by splitting a jumbo pretzel, nachos or nuts. For the time it takes to pry them loose from the shell, a handful of peanuts will last you several innings--keeping you at 150 calories.