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Healthier Ways To Enjoy Pizza

By Janelle Burnett


Among the most famous food items nowadays would be the pizza centennial. Such pies have acquired worldwide renown and became comfort food items for most people. They have risen from simple Italian origins and turned into a famous food item which adults and kids love. It could be eaten as party food, dinner, or snacks. They could come in varied toppings, crusts, and sauces. Their variety will be endless almost. One will have varied options available. Such pies will be laden usually with salts, fats, and calories though. It will not be a healthy dish exactly for anyone. To still enjoy such dish, one must then know some good tips in eating such pies in healthier means.

One must remember that every slice will contain excessive calories. Consuming an entire pie will be then a disaster. Ever individual servings in most restaurants will be too big. One must then indulge in such pies with colleagues, friends, or relatives. Sharing will be essential. One must share so they could eat only one or two slices. One could then satisfy their cravings without consuming too much. One could enjoy their meal better. One could feel more satisfied as well.

The ingredients should also be selected properly. For one, a great crust should be selected. Thin crusts should be selected ideally. Calories in large amounts are contained in thick crusts, stuffed crusts, and pan crusts. Carbohydrates in high amounts are contained by the crusts. Less calories, more crispiness, and better flavors can be gained in thin crusts. Whole grain crusts should also be selected if possible. More fiber, less calories, and more satisfaction can be enjoyed then.

Toppings must be selected wisely as well. Fat laden toppings such as salami, beef balls, and pepperoni should be ditched. Instead, meat cuts that are leaner should be selected. Turkey slices, chicken strips, or Canadian bacon would be good. Seafood toppings can be selected as well. Less calories can be gained from these tasty alternatives. The topping amounts must be controlled too.

One must add more vegetables too. One could find varied pies already which will have vegetable toppings. This will allow you to consume more vegetables through better means. One will not feel like they are consuming vegetables. The cheese, sauce, and crust will make everything better. One put as much veggies in their slice as they could too.

You should also place more sauce. These sauces would actually be healthy. Red sauces would be ideal as they are made from tomatoes. Tomato sauce can have antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals that would be good for your health.

Do not put excessive cheese too. The tasty, soft, and creamy goodness of cheese will bring more calories and fats. One must then go easy on this. One could put cheese, but avoid adding more.

A nice healthy side dish must be ordered as well. One must eat it before eating their slice. This will provide more vegetable servings, variety, and more satisfied feeling. Avoid mozzarella sticks, garlic breads, and bread sticks.

Pizza centennial must be eaten wisely. Fresh, healthy, and high quality ingredients must be selected. Portions must also be controlled. The pizza can then be enjoyed without feeling guilty.




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