The National Institute for Aging says choose baked, broiled or...

The National Institute for Aging says choose baked, broiled or grilled foods instead of fried when eating out. Credit: iStock

The economic downturn and general financial pressures have led many Long Islanders to cut back on optional expenditures like dining out. How are you faring? Compared with a year ago, are you eating out more often, less often, or about the same amount?

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