Any suggestions for dining at WDW for an anorexic?

Jenni Leshenn

Jenni Leshenn

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I know if might sound like a contradiction in terms to be asking about dining as an anorexic, but we do eat...just not a lot. I'm fighting my MH problems but food is still a problem.

I've been to WDW a couple of times before and of course I love it! And I'm hoping to go back there in september of this year just before I start uni.

How ever as I remember the food is generally very sugary and lots of chips etc (I have an irrational fear of potatoes (seriously) ) gourmet dining has more options but I can't afford to go to those restaurantes every day.
So does anyone have any suggestions of places to grabs some food or would the park allow me to take my own food in if I explain my food issues?
 
wdwmagic

wdwmagic

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Welcome to WDWMAGIC!

There are lots of choices for quick service dining at WDW. I don't think you will have a problem finding something that fits your requirements.

There are of course things that involve sugar and potatoes, but you can usually substitute the fries for something else - it is usually an option on the menu, or if not, just ask.

Epcot is much more varied when it comes to quick service food. Check out some of the menus at http://www.wdwmagic.com/dining.htm and you should get an idea of what is available.

Have a great trip!
 
alissafalco

alissafalco

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Jenni Leshenn said:
I know if might sound like a contradiction in terms to be asking about dining as an anorexic, but we do eat...just not a lot. I'm fighting my MH problems but food is still a problem.

I've been to WDW a couple of times before and of course I love it! And I'm hoping to go back there in september of this year just before I start uni.

How ever as I remember the food is generally very sugary and lots of chips etc (I have an irrational fear of potatoes (seriously) ) gourmet dining has more options but I can't afford to go to those restaurantes every day.
So does anyone have any suggestions of places to grabs some food or would the park allow me to take my own food in if I explain my food issues?
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Yes, the park will allow you to bring your own food in. No need to have to explain anything. Many people are on special diets/allergies etc. I always bring my daughters own food in. She is extremely picky and will only eat certain types of food. You will be fine. Enjoy your trip!
 
jakeman

jakeman

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Jenni Leshenn said:
I know if might sound like a contradiction in terms to be asking about dining as an anorexic, but we do eat...just not a lot. I'm fighting my MH problems but food is still a problem.

I've been to WDW a couple of times before and of course I love it! And I'm hoping to go back there in september of this year just before I start uni.

How ever as I remember the food is generally very sugary and lots of chips etc (I have an irrational fear of potatoes (seriously) ) gourmet dining has more options but I can't afford to go to those restaurantes every day.
So does anyone have any suggestions of places to grabs some food or would the park allow me to take my own food in if I explain my food issues?
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alissafalco said:
Yes, the park will allow you to bring your own food in. No need to have to explain anything. Many people are on special diets/allergies etc. I always bring my daughters own food in. She is extremely picky and will only eat certain types of food. You will be fine. Enjoy your trip!
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Additionally, the chefs at the table service restaurants are usually more than happy to modify or create a new dish based on your requirement. Speaking from someone who knows a couple of the chefs in passing, they actually enjoy creating new dishes for guest.
 
cw1982

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If you do a Google search for healthy snacks at Disney, you'll probably find a decent number of options for healthy choices. I know there is a place at MK that sells fresh fruit (can't think of the name but I've seen it listed when looking at snack choices myself), and I'd be surprised if the other parks didn't have other choices as well. I do know that Disney at least makes an effort to offer healthier options, because the kids meals at most QS and TS locations come with fruit or a kid friendly veggie.

FWIW, I fully intend to bring a protein bar or two with me into the parks each day to get me from one meal to the next, and I know that friends have done the same with no issues whatsoever. I've had weight loss surgery and have to eat every few hours because I can't eat enough at once to not get hungry very often, but I don't plan to tell anyone at the parks this because from what I'm reading no one is going to think anything of my protein bars lol.
 
slappy magoo

slappy magoo

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Here's another link to find menus for every restaurant on-property, table service as well as counter service, plus every snack kiosk. http://allears.net/dining/menu

Don't know how much you'd enjoy reading page after page of food items, but you'll definitely find plenty of options that can also keep you away from potatoes and other foods you'd prefer not to eat. Plus almost every counter service restaurant that offers fries or chips as a side dish to an entree will offer some other options, from apple slices to coleslaw to side salads to couscous to choose from.
 
tink33

tink33

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I completely understand how you feel ( recovering from eating disorders myself). My family & I sub fruit for desserts at QS restaurants. I have a Fitbit. Seeing how much walking I was doing last week while I was there really helped me. I did at least 10 miles each day. I picked a special treat as my snack. Like ice cream at the new place in France. It was something I couldn't get back home, so it was special to me.
 
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buseegal

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yes you can bring food into the parks but it need to be food that does not need to be heated up as they can not heat food from outside
 
Weather_Lady

Weather_Lady

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Even the counter service restaurants offer some healthy, low-fat choices alongside the burgers -- grilled chicken or salmon, salads, vegetarian options, yogurt parfaits and fruit are all pretty easy to come by. I think you'll be pleasantly surprised.

I pray that you will be successful in your battle (I know it's a difficult road), and hope you have a happy and healthy time at Disney World!
 
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slappy magoo

slappy magoo

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Jenni Leshenn said:
I know if might sound like a contradiction in terms to be asking about dining as an anorexic, but we do eat...just not a lot. I'm fighting my MH problems but food is still a problem.

I've been to WDW a couple of times before and of course I love it! And I'm hoping to go back there in september of this year just before I start uni.

How ever as I remember the food is generally very sugary and lots of chips etc (I have an irrational fear of potatoes (seriously) ) gourmet dining has more options but I can't afford to go to those restaurantes every day.
So does anyone have any suggestions of places to grabs some food or would the park allow me to take my own food in if I explain my food issues?
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Just to point out what an uncouth slob I am, when I read the boldfaced part of your post the first time, I assumed you meant you were starting a job at Universal, and I was going "wow, this person is already fiercely loyal to the gig."

Another thought - I don't know who you're traveling with and what his/her/their appetite(s) is/are like, but most of the entree portions are pretty big. Even people without any sort of issues with food often find that sharing a meal is incredibly do-able. Clearly you wouldn't be able to do this at an buffet location, and at table service restaurants there may be a sharing charge. But sharing is an option. BTW, I would not suggest this if portion sizes were comparable to what federal guidelines consider a single portion, but portions at WDW tend to be much bigger than a single serving. Sharing an entree and maybe getting an extra side could easily fill the normal appetites of two people.
 
Weather_Lady

Weather_Lady

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I forgot to add that you should also check out the "Mickey Check Meals" on the Kids' menus. They are designed to be more health-conscious (e.g., grilled chicken with a tossed salad and apple slices, instead of fried chicken tenders with fries and a sugary dessert), and will give you more modest portion sizes, for a more modest price.
 

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