
One of the biggest challenges. Practical strategies:
Japanese restaurants — Best option. Miso soup, rice, grilled fish, edamame, seaweed salad.
Chinese/Thai — Steamed rice, vegetable stir-fry, tofu dishes. Request no MSG.
Italian — Minestrone soup, grilled vegetables, pasta with olive oil (compromise).
Any restaurant — Steamed vegetables + rice exists almost everywhere.
Social situations: Eat before events. Bring a dish. Focus on what you CAN eat, not what you cannot. Do not preach or explain unless asked.
Key principle: Do not let social pressure override your health. Also do not let dietary rigidity destroy your relationships. Find the balance. Eat well at home so occasional compromises do not derail you.
Reference:
TaskLoco™ — The Sticky Note GOAT