Healthy Meals When Ordering Takeout

According to nutritionist Karen Ansel,
ordering takeout food can be healthy
despite its “bad reputation.”
This is great news, as the National Restaurant
Association found that more than 65 percent of
surveyed adults are ordering it on a regular basis.
Here’s some advice from nutritionists on how to
eat healthy when ordering various takeout cuisines.
1. Thai, Opt for steamed, veggie-packed
summer rolls instead of fried,
high-fat spring rolls.
2. Italian, Go for a marinara or tomato-style
sauce instead of a cream-based one.
3. Chinese, Substitute brown rice for
white rice, as it has more
fiber and micronutrients.
4. Japanese, Tuna and California rolls are
great options, as they contain a good
amount of proteins and are low in fat.
5. Mexican, Ask for cheese and sour cream on
the side so that you can control the portion
sizes of these calorie and fat-filled toppings.
6. Indian, Dal is a lentil-heavy, healthier option
that’s loaded with spices and can be made
with a calorie-saving tomato base.
7. Greek, Hummus is a great plant-based protein
addition to any dish that also provides a
dose of fiber and healthy fat.
8. American , Opt for broth-based soups rather than
cream-based ones, as the broth cuts out
a lot of added calories and fat.