Dine Out Non-GMO

If you have a favorite restaurant, and you eat there often, you should only need to ask these questions once. It’s helpful to have a knowledgeable server or chef guide you through the menu to help you avoid GM foods. It’s not too hard to identify the non-GMO options.

dine out non gmo

A good first question is, “What oil do you cook with?” If they use soy, cottonseed, canola, or corn oils they are likely GM if they are not organic. If so, ask if they have anything that is cooked without oil, or if olive oil or some other oil can be used. If they say they cook in “vegetable oil” or margarine, it will almost always be soy, cottonseed, canola, or corn oils. If they have olive oil, be sure it’s not a blend. Many restaurants blend canola and olive.





Avoid the tabletop sweetener aspartame (NutraSweet® or Equal® which is now being rebranded as AminoSweet®), which is genetically modified.


Other Sources of GMOs


Some of the Foods That May Contain GM Ingredients:


If you plan ahead, you can call or email the restaurant you plan to visit and ask for a list that let’s you know.

Going through this process will not only give you a superb list of healthy eating options, but informs the restaurant that you prefer healthier non-GMO options when you dine out – a win-win situation for everyone.