A good organic burger can be hard to find — unless you
know what to look for. Use these six tips to help you decipher which options
are really the healthiest.
6 ways to help you choose a good one:
high-quality ingredients, lean meat, real cheese, no fluff, reduced carb,
gluten-free.
With so many
options available, picking a frozen meal for dinner can be overwhelming. Here
are six ways to help you choose a good one:
-High-quality
ingredients
-Lean meat
-Real cheese
-No fluff
(i.e.: no unnecessary fillers or additives)
-Reduced
carb
-Gluten-free
-Avoid the burgers that have a bun with
preservatives because they will be doing more harm than good. Instead, go for
burgers made of organic whole grains.
Some people think that the only way to enjoy a burger is to have it on a soft white bun. This is not true! When you opt for a bun made of whole grains, you are choosing a healthy alternative that will leave you feeling full and satisfied. Here is an example of a tasty and healthy burger:
-avoid unhealthy frying and make sure
that burgers are grilled and not fried.
We know that
frying foods is not good for our health. Frying adds unnecessary extra
calories, and the high temperatures used in frying destroy some of the
nutrients in food. When we fry foods, we are also exposing them to oxidants,
which can cause damage to our DNA and contribute to cancer.
When people
eat food that is fried or grilled instead of being boiled or broiled, they significantly
decrease their chances of developing colon cancer.
-Be aware of what you're buying in
terms of cost and health
What you
think is healthy food isn't always what it seems. For example, honey-roasted
peanuts and chocolate-coated raisins are nutritionally similar to potato chips
and chocolate bars. And with the average snack food costing just $1.50, it can
be easy to consume hundreds of calories without thinking about it. Also, don't
be fooled by packaging that emphasizes "natural" ingredients—like
these truffles made from real cocoa beans!
-fresher ingredients and fewer
preservatives equal tastier burgers
Paying
attention to the quality of ingredients in your food is always a good idea.
When cooking at home, you can take the extra few minutes it takes to pick out
fresh vegetables and meats for your burgers and making small changes can have
big results.
-Fresh
vegetables taste better than frozen or canned. Fresh onions are great in
burgers, but sliced onions often have additives to keep them from browning.
-Freeze-dried
vegetables may seem like a good alternative to fresh, but they have been cooked
and then frozen and tend to lose flavor over time.
-Canned
vegetables are delicious, but they're often packed in water or oil with
ingredients you might not want in your meal.
-When you
buy meat, look for the words "grass-fed" and "all-natural"
on the label. These phrases help assure that you're getting something high-quality with no additives or preservatives.
-The fresher
your ingredients, the tastier your burger will be!
-Fruits and vegetables can reduce the risk of cancer, cardiovascular diseases, and dementia
Fruits and
vegetables are not only good for your health, but can significantly reduce the
risk of cancer, cardiovascular diseases, and dementia. They contain antioxidant
compounds that fight free radicals in the body. This is especially important
for smokers as smoking increases the level of free radicals in one's body,
which can lead to various cancers. They also contain anti-inflammatory compounds
that help prevent cardiovascular diseases such as strokes and heart failure.
The antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds also help with brain health by
decreasing the rate of brain aging, which means that individuals who eat fruits
and vegetables are less likely to develop Alzheimer's disease and dementia at a
later age. Eating fruits and vegetables regularly can therefore improve the overall
health of individuals as well as extend their lifespan.
What is your favorite organic burger and why?
My favorite organic burger would have to be the beef and vegetable burger at Organic Bistro
because it is one of the best burgers I have ever eaten. The ingredients
consist of a juicy beef patty, topped with melted cheese, fresh lettuce and
tomato, crunchy apples, sweet red onions, and tangy coleslaw. It is served in
a soft brioche bun which complements the softness of the patty perfectly. The
texture of the patty is soft but has a bite to it.
I enjoy this
burger on its own but I also find it tastes great in a lettuce wrap or on a
gluten-free roll with some salad leaves and tomato. The burger is usually
accompanied by chips that are crisp and not greasy.
The Organic
Bistro is located on the corner of busy Queens Street in Christchurch. One
unique feature about this eatery is that you choose where you want to sit.
There are tables for two, four, or more people with beautiful views of the
Christchurch Cathedral or you can sit at the bar overlooking all the action in
the open kitchen.
The service
at Organic Bistro is friendly and efficient. They have an extensive menu and
very good vegetarian options as well as organic wine
What is the difference
between organic and non-organic food/products?
Organic food
and products are those that are made without the use of pesticides,
fertilizers, antibiotics, or other chemicals that can potentially cause harm to
people, animals, and the environment. While organic farming methods do not
necessarily affect the overall health of plants more than any other type of
farming (compared to the use of artificial chemicals), they do eliminate the
possibility that harmful chemicals will leak into the groundwater or be
released into the air. This is particularly important in a time when most
people live near their farms and have a little buffer between where their food is
grown and where they consume it.
What are your favorite types of burgers?
-The best
burger I ever had was a classic that you can get at any diner: a grilled patty
on a white bread bun, with lettuce, tomato, and mayo.
-There's something
so satisfying about biting into that juicy beef, with the fresh vegetables and
creamy mayo adding just the right amount of crunch and tang.
-It's so
good that sometimes I'll order it when I'm out at a restaurant, even if it
costs more than the other options on the menu.
-For me,
it's hard to beat the classic burger.
What do you like to put
on your burger?
While
burgers can be delicious on their own, they're even better with the right
toppings and condiments. If you're looking to add a little something extra to
the classic burger-with-ketchup-and-mustard combination, consider the following
ideas. Like a-Lettuce, tomato, mayo or mustard, sautéed mushrooms or onions,
pickles, bacon
Do you have any health
habits or routines?
In a
professional tone: I have a few healthy habits and routines that I try to keep.
I wake up
early and drink green tea every day.
I go to the
gym at least three times a week.
I try not to
eat too much fast food—I'll always choose salad over fries.
If you could put 6 science-backed
tips on anything, what would it be?
If you could
put 6 science-backed tips on anything, what would it be?
-Put a
gratitude journal where you see it every day
-Put a quote
in your bathroom mirror
-Put a
mantra up on the wall where you see it every day
-Put a
motivational quote in your wallet
-Make your
bed every morning
-Keep a
positive attitude
How do you decide which
burgers to eat?
The first
step to choosing a burger is to check its reviews. From there, you should
consider the ingredients on the menu. The most important decision is choosing
your toppings. I prefer lettuce, tomato, and onion over pickles, but that's my
personal preference. Finally, the most important part of your meal is the
fries. How do you decide which burger to eat?
The
first step towards a healthy diet is knowing which foods are better for you,
and when it comes to fast food, the ability to make healthy choices isn't so
clear. To clear away any confusion about what the healthiest options are at a
chain, we asked registered dietician Erin Palinski-Wade and processed food
nutrition expert Katherine Chu from NutritionData.com to put every major burger
chain to the test. And according to their findings, Wendy's maybe your best
bet for a healthy (and natural) burger.
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