Make Take-out Healthier: Dishes to Order and Avoid

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1. Posted by chipg19311 on Thu, Jan 17, 2008, 2:44 pm PST

Wow, sour cream, pepperoni pizza, and General Tso all wiped out in one blog.....how depressing!
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2. Posted by big T on Thu, Jan 17, 2008, 9:12 pm PST

Hi Maggie, Thanks for the update. I am currently taking the Slim Fast challenge and need to loose 24 lbs by mid March. Your info was helpful. Thanks again.
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3. Posted by CHERYL H on Fri, Jan 18, 2008, 12:11 am PST

Thanks Maggie, for the good information. I am currently on the Fat Smash diet and doing great! Your tips came right on time. Thanks again.
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4. Posted by Ricerocket on Fri, Jan 18, 2008, 12:22 am PST

Basically, if it tastes good, you can't have it. Bring on the "Health Pellets"! Blegh!
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5. Posted by Erik on Fri, Jan 18, 2008, 12:46 am PST

Come on!!! Do you really go to sushi to eat Veggie rolls, NO. If I go to sushi which I seldom do because of price I want to get my worth in food. What's a splurge on food if your eating something as good as sushi. Other than that though this was a good article all of it was common sense. If you go to Pizza and order extra cheese people I think that is a red flag or something called the ultimate meat. Look I think in this world of obesity if your going out to eat and your fat I dont think your going to eat healthy. If your healthy and your going to grab a bite out go ahead and get something you can indulge on. Whats living without having something that tastes better than the greenery (and I love myself some vegetables and healthy options) but splurge a little if you can afford the space. If your already renting out to much on your body then you might want to think about buying back some of your body.
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6. Posted by trulyyou@att.net on Fri, Jan 18, 2008, 12:57 am PST

Grilled fish sounds great. Not sure where to purchase this other than the market. Will check into it. Thank you. Also the berries at the top of the page look wonderful also--blueberries, strawberries, and boysenberries which would be good on top or inside blintzes.
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7. Posted by DJ Lee on Fri, Jan 18, 2008, 1:00 am PST

Good info!! ^_~
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8. Posted by VICKI M on Fri, Jan 18, 2008, 1:45 am PST

This was just the info I needed, post surgery. I'm taking the suggestions with me to the market next time.
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9. Posted by ngtowl7581@sbcglobal.net on Fri, Jan 18, 2008, 1:50 am PST

Oh Kewl my favorite meal is the neighobrhood thai restraunts stir fry veggies and rice. I love mine medium in spiceiness also.
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10. Posted by dibriggs@sbcglobal.net on Fri, Jan 18, 2008, 2:41 am PST

You review only the fat content of these take out foods. What about sodium? Many people are on diets that are both low fat and low sodium. I'm would guess that most of these h"healthy" foods are saltier than the sea.
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11. Posted by rtcfilm on Fri, Jan 18, 2008, 3:02 am PST

Miso soup has at least HALF your daily recommended amount of sodium... Low fat and calories come at the cost of heart stopping sodium, so is it really that "healthy?!!!"
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12. Posted by Babar on Fri, Jan 18, 2008, 4:23 am PST

Food Nazi.
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13. Posted by Dr. Barry C on Fri, Jan 18, 2008, 4:23 am PST

Cute. All common sense. I don't have much angst about the mercury levels in the sushi. Am a little surprised that most postings felt like they learned something. Maggie, if you come from money great, but if you don't, save it and stop eating out in Manhattan (or wherever) all the time, or live with lots of roomies. I grew up in NY and appreciate how expensive it is overall. PS you are wayy too young to be that busy all the time where you have eat on the fly...pack your own home cooked noshes for yourself, instead. Go out and date! Hang w/ your LI homegirls, etc.
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14. Posted by Joe B on Fri, Jan 18, 2008, 4:49 am PST

I manage 3 pizza shops and eat lots of pizza with extra cheese & pepperoni...no problem...just drink lots of ice cold water. Remember, life is too short to eat crappy food!
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15. Posted by Joyce D on Fri, Jan 18, 2008, 4:56 am PST

Too little sodium is also bad for you. Make sure you consume the right amount.
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16. Posted by plastick44 on Fri, Jan 18, 2008, 5:17 am PST

Get the hook!! Like I need some self absorbed food cop who is all about "appearance" trying to make me feel guilty about normal food!
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17. Posted by S S on Fri, Jan 18, 2008, 5:18 am PST

Throwing out the sour cream.
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18. Posted by April C on Fri, Jan 18, 2008, 5:22 am PST

Just like anything in life.. you need moderation.. if you want pizza have it, but not the whole thing.. When we deprive ourselves this is when we fail at trying to live a healthy life.
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19. Posted by isaluvs2salsa on Fri, Jan 18, 2008, 5:30 am PST

It's great to know that Miso soup is good for you. I make it at home and throw some spinach in it! I adore salsa...makes me sad about the chips but I know I should skip them.
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20. Posted by Witchy Woman on Fri, Jan 18, 2008, 6:04 am PST

Besides fat, sodium and carb levels are important too!
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21. Posted by flygirl1967@sbcglobal.net on Fri, Jan 18, 2008, 6:24 am PST

April C. is right. Moderation is the key. The problem most of us have is knowing when to say "enough".
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22. Posted by jadeaquarian@sbcglobal.net on Fri, Jan 18, 2008, 6:41 am PST

Just eat what you want when you're hungry, stop eating when you're full, watch your daily calorie intake, and make sure you have a descent amount of physical activity in the day, and you will be fine. You don't have to avoid any foods. Use common sense and moderation instead. This is why people have a hard time with weight. Advice like this telling them to avoid everything, making food out to be some evil thing. USE COMMON SENSE AND MODERATION, PEOPLE!!!
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23. Posted by Jody on Fri, Jan 18, 2008, 6:41 am PST

I totally agree with April C (18) anytime you deprive yourself you are going to feel more anxious day in and day out, and won't last for the long haul. Eating less often and or not what you want are just going to make you want it all the more. Eat healthier, smaller portions more often and then treat yourself to a small treat so you don't feel hungry or deprived.
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24. Posted by takethislink on Fri, Jan 18, 2008, 6:48 am PST

This diet maybe okay for someone who does not go to the gym. If you are active your body needs proteins which most of these suggestions lack. Eat more chicken and fish that is not fried if you want to lose weight. Every menu has something chicken on it. Then substitute fried sides for fresh veggies or rice. It's that simple. I've lost 25lbs in 6 months.
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25. Posted by Jody on Fri, Jan 18, 2008, 6:52 am PST

Heard about a book entitled "French Women Don't Get Fat". It is largely based on the concept of moderation and savoring your food, eating slower, eating to enjoy-not to engorge etc. Offers some interesting insight as to how indulgence can be satisfying without being overdone.
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26. Posted by jdickey1780@sbcglobal.net on Fri, Jan 18, 2008, 7:01 am PST

As a Physical Educator with a wellness background. The story is ligit. Yet I love all that stuff thats bad. Its okay to eat peperoni, tempura and chutney. YET IN MODERATION!!!
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27. Posted by lorisdailydose on Fri, Jan 18, 2008, 7:07 am PST

Sour cream tasteless??? You've been eating styrofoam rice cakes way too long!!!!!!! Cheese-free pizza? That should be against the law some place, some where. And mango chutney at a lousy 60 calories a tablespoon???? Please! learn to eat in moderation, smaller portions- and learn to cook ahead. Going out to eat should be a ***very*** occasional treat, not even a once-a-week occurence.
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28. Posted by Ara L on Fri, Jan 18, 2008, 7:11 am PST

Wow, I am glad that I can eat pizza if I pat the extra grease off the top and order thin crust. I'm not sure what my dogs will think though because they love the crust that I don't eat. Hmmm, maybe this will be better for them too!
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29. Posted by CMA on Fri, Jan 18, 2008, 7:14 am PST

Can you say Duhhhh. This has all been said before. Not new info
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30. Posted by Stanley F on Fri, Jan 18, 2008, 7:18 am PST

Sound advice erring on the side of good health and caution. For those who read and heed there will be much less and a much later in life, if ever need for medical solutions related to unhealthy food choices be it quantity or quality.
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