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The new National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute Obesity Guidelines recommend
trying different ethnic cuisines to give yourself a taste treat while counting
calories and fat. Many ethnic cuisines offer lots of low fat, low calorie
choices.
So if you want to eat healthy and still have lots of different
choices, take a taste adventure with ethnic foods. Here's a sample of healthy
food choices (lower in calories and fat) and terms to look for when making your
selection:
Chinese
- Steamed
- Jum (poached)
- Kow (roasted)
- Shu (barbecued)
- Steamed rice
- Dishes without MSG added
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Italian
- Red sauces
- Primavera (no cream)
- Piccata (lemon)
- Sun-dried tomatoes
- Crushed tomatoes
- Lightly sauteed
- Grilled
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Mexican
- Spicy chicken
- Rice & black beans
- Salsa or Picante
- Soft corn tortillas
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