How To Take Away The Calories From Takeaway Meals

By Keeva Stratton

For many of us, our lives are getting faster, and the time we spend on cooking and grocery shopping seems to be getting less and less. But if you feel that you can’t be fast-paced and healthy, you’re wrong. Rescu. has come up with these simple suggestions for healthy options on the run:

Healthy Outlet, Healthy Meal:

With so many fast food options claiming to be healthy, it can all be a bit confusing. But, with a small amount of research, you’ll soon find healthy options that are as delicious as they are nutritious. Take-away chains such as IKU Whole Foods , offer complete nutritional break-downs, and all of their food is built on a philosophy of healthy eating.

Healthy Heat & Eat:

With so many fantastic organic supermarkets around, such as About Life , Harris Farm or Frattelli Fresh , stocking up on freshly made organic soups, salads, stews and sandwiches has never been simpler. With a range of pre-cut vegetables and single portion fish, you can also steam your way to quick and healthy home-cooked options.

Sinful Substitution:

Transform your takeaway through a healthy design of your dish. Choose brown rice sushi instead of white, order grilled fish and salad instead of battered fish and chips and steamed dim sum or rice instead of fried. You can also ask for less oil, have sauces packed separately, and choose a smaller serving. Remember, with all good meals, be sure to order a healthy side of steamed vegetables or salad to keep your cravings and calories under control.

Self-Control:

Just because you’re having a take-away, doesn’t mean that the normal healthy eating rules don’t apply. Be careful of your portion size and your choices. Just because they are encouraging you to upsize or add a drink or dessert, doesn’t mean you’re saving. In fact, that food bargain may be costing you a lot more in calories and health than you really had bargained for.

Pick-Up, By Foot:

If you are going to be a regular takeaway diner, don’t be a delivery queen. Take the time you have saved on cooking and walk to pick up your meal. This has a two-fold effect: firstly, you’re getting some exercise in before you eat; and secondly, it’s a lot harder to order the family size when you’ve got to collect it in person!