Carbs are an essential macronutrient that should make up most of a healthy diet. The Dietary Guidelines recommend eating 45-60% of calories from carbs daily. Yet, low-carb diets never cease to wane in popularity, especially among those trying to lose weight.

Go ahead and make reservations at your favorite restaurant for the weekend because dining out doesn’t have to stop you from losing weight. It’s the dilemma most dieters face – to eat or not to eat away from home.

The healthiest lunch to lose weight includes lean protein, veggies, healthy fat, whole-food starches and plenty of flavor. A dietitian shares her top recipes.