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Thursday 11 January 2018

People Like To Have Healthy Catering Options

By Matthew Howard


These days, food is more popular than ever. People enjoy watching it, learning more about it, and most of all eating it. There is also a strong message about eating more nutritious meals for better health. The difference now is that there are so many items that not only taste great but are easy to prepare. However, when it comes to serving at large functions, some people look for healthy catering companies.

It is not about eating large amounts of food or creating weird combinations but the role nutrition plays in the meals eaten every day. More people want to be healthy and not just be lean in size. However, there was a time when people looked forward to having their meat and potatoes on a daily basis.

While filling, these also made people feel sluggish or lethargic. With less energy comes decreased productivity, and eventually a suppressed immune system. Over time, the power lunch became less popular with working adults.

Another movement that resulted from the foodie culture is meatless meals. This may have resulted from some people gaining weight from the power lunches and other calorie laden meals. People soon discovered that vegetarian, or vegan, foods are not only healthy but taste really good.

Back in the day meatless foods had an unusual texture and acquired taste but new recipes use more familiar ingredients to duplicate favorites, like meatloaf. Other recipes can even mimic fast food staples like chicken strips, cheese steak sandwiches, and hot dogs. Add some fresh fruit or vegetables not covered in butter or sauce and there goes a perfectly balanced meal.

Contrary to popular belief, eating meat can be good for anyone if it is lean and not processed, like high sodium deli meat. Additionally, if one chooses to eat meat, it should be without oil based sauces or greasy toppings, like fried onion strings. If one restricts themselves to eat poultry, removing the skin beforehand saves many calories.

There are also a few other changes that have inspired others to eat better. At one time, it was expected for those on a company lunch to have wine or beer with their meal. These days, more are opting for plain water because more beverage companies are finding ways to make it refreshing. Most people who have lost weight by dieting say that having at least six glasses a day has helped them to eat less.

When people of different backgrounds come together in a social environment, it is common to share traditional dishes. From there, a person may choose to replicate the recipe in their kitchen and share it with others. Then again, an exotic seasoning may be used to put a spin on traditional dishes. In some cases, this can make a healthy entree taste fantastic.




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