If you’re on TikTok, you’ve probably come across TikToker @SmallerSam_PCOS, who has gone viral for her low-calorie fast food orders and menu hack videos. Sam lost 246 pounds, 200 of which she lost naturally through exercise and following a calorie deficit, and 46 pounds thanks to the help of Semaglutide to help treat her PCOS. In one of her viral clips, Sam shared a Taco Bell order that was under 500 calories and packed with protein, an essential nutrient for those looking to lose weight because it promotes satiety.
Before we dive in, it’s important to note that weight loss is a unique journey for everyone. What works for one person may not be the best game plan for another. Additionally, fast food is by no means a healthy option to turn to regularly, whether you’re trying to live a healthy lifestyle or lose weight. That being said, a sustainable weight loss plan means indulging every now and then. So, on treat days, there are some menu items at chains like Taco Bell that are lower in calories and are overall better choices than others.
TikToker Sam makes the ordering process easier with her low-calorie menu tips and tricks. This one’s for Taco Bell fans.
Taco Bell’s Cantina Chicken Bowl, with a twist, clocks in at less than 500 calories and is a solid choice for those watching their weight.
Nutrition (per bowl):
Calories: 460
Protein: 20+ g
Sam pointed out in his video that she continues to eat in a calorie deficit to lose weight without restricting some of the foods she really enjoys, like fast food. Her low-calorie Taco Bell order includes the Cantina Chicken Bowlwhich totals 490 calories and 25 grams of protein, but instead of seasoned rice, she substitutes potatoes (100 calories) and nacho cheese (30 calories) and leaves out the avocado verde salsa packet. The total calorie count with these substitutions is 460 calories. Additionally, Sam chose to accompany his meal with a medium sugar-free Baha Blast.
TikTok users were quick to comment and rave about Sam’s tasty low-calorie order. One user wrote, “Potatoes and cheese instead of rice is so clever,” and another commented, “Thanks for this! I’m only on my second month of the diet and I had NO idea about these meal ideas!!”
Another TikToker rushed to Taco Bell and wrote, “Girl I’ll take care of this right now.” Can’t say we blame them!
Alexa Mellardo
Alexa is the Associate Editor of Mind + Body at Eat This, Not That!, overseeing the M+B channel and providing readers with engaging topics on fitness, wellness, and self-care. Learn more about Alexa
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