Our hectic lifestyle, numerous commitments often do not give us the opportunity to eat regularly and choose carefully what we consume. Especially during the day when we are busy with work, we do not have time to prepare healthy and nutritious food. What do you usually eat for lunch? Surely one of the most common answers will be “pizza”.
If you go outside of your workplace, there is most likely a fast food place nearby, with pizza by the slice being one of the most popular foods.
Have you ever wondered how many calories are in a slice of pizza?
It can’t be answered precisely because the number of calories depends on what the pizza itself is topped with. Here are some examples.
We assume that a slice of pizza weighs about 130 g on average and the calories are based on this weight.
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Pizza Margherita 323 calories
11.6 g protein, 11.8 g fat, 42.6 g carbohydrates.
The most famous Margherita pizza is topped with only a few products: mozzarella, tomatoes, basil.
Pizza with cheese 310 calories
13g protein, 13g fat, 33g carbs.
Sausage Pizza 359 calories
19g protein, 10g fat, 31g carbs
Pepperoni pizza 420 calories
Four Cheese Pizza 455 calories
For comparison:
1 slice of white bread is about 75 calories and contains 15 g of carbohydrates.
Nutritionists recommend that about 40% of the day’s calories come from carbohydrates. The numbers show that it’s not a problem to eat pizza every day. The important thing is not to overdo it and to balance the rest of the meal for the day.
If you can’t resist a delicious slice of pizza, don’t blame yourself. Try to follow a few simple tips.
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How to reduce calories in a slice of pizza?
1. Low-calorie products
Use lower-calorie items for toppings – low-fat cheese instead of full-fat. Include feta cheese, which is lower in calories.
Choose healthy and low-calorie side dishes: grilled shrimp, chicken, green peas, asparagus, corn, red beans.
2. No processed meats
Do not use processed meats (sausage, sausage, salami, etc. processed sausages) of unclear origin and rich in preservatives, enhancers and bacon.
If you like sausage on your pizza, choose chorizo, a spicy Mexican smoked sausage with a lower calorie content than others. Another useful option is low-calorie ham, chicken, turkey.
4. More vegetables
Add the vegetables you like. Your pizza will be not only healthy, but also delicious.
Broccoli, zucchini, peppers, onions… The choice is large.
If you try this recipe for homemade pizza – you won’t have it any other way
5. No sauces
Sauces (garlic oil, milk sauce, ketchup) contain many “empty” calories. Besides being high in calories, these sauces contain almost no beneficial nutrients or vitamins.
Bet on fresh tomato sauce and spices such as basil, oregano, thyme. Reduce the salt.
6. Whole grain flour
If you’re looking to cut back on carbs, choose a whole-wheat pizza.
7. Useful products
Pizza can even be wholesome and healthy. Just use select items: chicken, tofu, avocado, nuts, sesame tahini, green leafy vegetables. With them, you will slow down the carbohydrate processing process even more. You will feel full for longer, your blood sugar will rise slowly.
If you follow these few tips, you can safely eat your favorite pizza without worrying about your figure and health.
