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Worst Club Sandwich in America?

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December 30, 2010 by Jimson Lee 2 Comments

Last Updated on November 15, 2011 by Jimson Lee

I used to pride myself in ordering a Club sandwich when travelling, usually at the hotel restaurants.  The other options were burgers, pizza or overcooked pasta.

As an athlete, I tried to stay healthy.  Even as a coach, I try to be role model in front of my hungry athletes (good thing I like bubbly water, instead of Coke or Fanta).  I save the Pliny the Elder for after track meets.

On my last business trip to the Bay Area, I ended up at the famous (chain) The Cheesecake Factory. 

And yes, they sell food other than cheesecake.

Just for fun, I noticed Cheesecake Factory Grilled Shrimp and Bacon Club…

Guess how many calories are in it?  Fat?  Sodium?

Cheesecake Factory Grilled Shrimp and Bacon Club

1,746 calories
28 g saturated fat
2,306 mg sodium

cheescake_factory_grilled_shrimp_club

Okay, so you think their seafood pasta is any better?

Cheesecake Factory Bistro Shrimp Pasta

2,727 calories
78 g saturated fat
1,737 mg sodium

Cheesecake_Factory_Bistro_Shrimp_Pasta

YIKES!  That’s a lot of calories, fat and sodium, and we’re looking at just a single meal!  Not the full day’s supply.

So what I eventually ordered isn’t the point of this article (hey, it was a business meeting).  It is to be aware of all the hidden calories, fats, salts, and sugars that exists.  And that includes liquid meals like shakes and smoothies, too.

Remember, the 3 golden rules at a French restaurant to make any dish taste better are:

  1. Add butter
  2. Add cream
  3. Add butter and cream

Just make smart decisions when eating out.

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Category iconCommentary,  Health & Wellness,  Sports Nutrition,  Witty

About Jimson Lee

I am a Masters Athlete and Coach currently based in London UK. My other projects include the Bud Winter Foundation, writer for the IAAF New Studies in Athletics Journal (NSA) and a member of the Track & Field Writers of America.

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  1. Fred says

    December 30, 2010 at 7:41 am

    Excellent and an early Happy New Year, Jimson! Thanks for another year of your knowledge and insight.

    P.S. Do you know where I can get a good wholesale price on some butter and cream?

    Reply
    • Jimson Lee says

      January 4, 2011 at 6:10 am

      @Fred – thanks for the inspiration. 2011 will be a good year, and we have World Champs in Daegu, Korea to look forward to!

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