If you want to lose weight, you should take certain considerations before consuming pizza to stay healthy and achieve your goal.
Pizza is one of the favorite foods of children and adults. It is popular at children’s parties, family gatherings, with friends, or even at work.
There is a wide variety of ingredients and ways to prepare it: from ham pizzas to more elaborate options, you can find endless recipes to cook it.
However, despite its flavor, there are certain nutritional considerations that we must take into account before consuming it, since, according to experts, this food has a high carbohydrate content, so moderation is essential when consuming it.
According to parameters established by research from the National Library of Medicine (NLM), the caloric content of a slice of pizza can vary between 150 and 410 calories. This variation depends on the ingredients, portion size, method of preparation, etc.
Can I eat pizza if I want to lose weight?
Although it is possible, there are certain factors to take into account. According to Guatemalan nutritionist Cristina Rodriguez, pizza should be consumed in moderation if we want to follow a healthy diet.
This means that if you intend to lose weight or have a healthier lifestyle and want to eat pizza, you should consume it sporadically (once or twice a month) and ideally you should only eat one slice.
In addition, the professional recommends accompanying pizza with much healthier food such as soup, salad, or vegetables to balance your diet. She also recommends that, if you eat it for lunch, it is advisable that your dinner includes vegetables or any other type of healthy food.
Other suggestions from the experts
Another recommendation from specialists is to count calories. According to a team of British researchers, it is advisable to read the labels of each product to be used to determine the exact amount of calories and nutrients that a food contains.
However, when it comes to pizza purchased from a fast food chain or restaurant, this process is not possible, so we must be even more careful when consuming this food. In this case, you might consider preparing it at home to have control over the ingredients used and their quality.
What happens if I eat pizza and have high cholesterol?
If you suffer from high cholesterol and triglycerides, Rodriguez says that you should avoid this type of food due to its high content of flour and saturated fats, although if it is a very sporadic consumption, you could consider eating a small piece accompanied by healthier foods.
The expert also recommends that if you are intolerant to gluten, dairy products, or if any meat harms you, it is important to consult a doctor first to determine whether or not you can consume this food.
In any case, the general recommendation of experts is to consult your trusted nutritionist and doctor to establish a diet that suits your needs and goals . This way, you will be able to make better decisions about your eating habits and your health in general.
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