Written By: Tania Tarafdar | Updated : May 22, 2015 11:49 AM IST
A slice of your favourite pizza is loaded with high glycemic index carbohydrates. Plus all of that cheese would mean that it could lead to skin inflammation. Go for a stir-fried vegetable in your next takeaway order.
With the delivery and take-out options, this easy go-to food fits any occasion. While an occasional indulgence in them is okay, you may need to reconsider if pizzas are a regular feature in your diet. With all the cheese and the toppings, pizzas are loaded with fat and calories. To give you an idea, let us take a look at the calorie count of different types of pizzas. Also, find out the calorie count of common junk food items.
These calories are calculated using HealthifyMe Calorie Counter, the world s first Indian nutrition tracker.
Pizzas are also high in sodium that can cause high blood pressure. Full-fat cheese, sausage and other toppings contain saturated fat that can raise the amounts of blood cholesterol levels. The pizza crust made of refined flour contains very little fibre and can cause a spike in your blood sugar levels, leading to cravings and overeating. Plus refined flour is rich in triglycerides- a type of fat that can increase the risk of heart attack and stroke.
However, fast food chains have made efforts to offer low-fat, low-calorie and low-sodium options. Here are a few tips to make your pizza-eating experience healthier.
Limit your intake to a single piece to avoid consuming more calories and fat than you need. You can also prepare healthier homemade versions with whole wheat flour and vegetable toppings. Try this healthy pizza recipe.
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