Tuesday 3 August 2010

Sandwiches ~ Healthy Alternative?



Okay, let’s face it; we thought all this time sandwiches are better option for our waistlines. Perhaps, you really should think twice before tucking into these breaded meals.

Before ordering two double cheese-burgers, you have to think twice of its nutritional values. These kinds of burgers are filled with high saturated fats and salt which is bad for our health. This might lead to increase in blood pressure that will cause stroke or heart attack.

Of course, there are still healthy sandwiches available in the market. However, it is useful to be aware that when choosing sandwiches, be sure to get the nutritional information before you make a purchase and pick those with low saturated fat and salt. The other option is to make your own using your own, fresh ingredients.

Here are some ideas in making your own sandwich.

Make your own and use rye bread or wholemeal, never white!

Spread thin if none at all or use a bit of olive oil

Resist eating all at once, save some for an hour’s time, make chunk sizes

Use pepper and herbs and hot sauces instead of mayonnaise etc

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