India, June 24 -- Thinking of skipping a dinner date at a restaurant just because you're on a weight loss journey? While dining out can feel challenging, it's absolutely possible to make mindful choices and avoid overeating. Melissa, a weight loss coach who successfully dropped nine kilos, recently shared the lessons she learned from her own journey, along with practical tips to help others stay on track while eating out. Also read | Fitness coach shares 5 tips to stay committed to your weight loss goals even on vacation

On June 7, Melissa shared a post on the restaurant mistakes to avoid. "If you want to be able to go out to eat but stay on track for weight loss, don't make these mistakes," she wrote.

If you go to a restaurant starving...