Why Pizza Can Be Good For You

Did you know Americans eat approximately 100 acres of pizza a day or about 350 slices per second? That’s a lot of pizza and very telling of our passion for pie. Pizza is beloved by many for the mountains of cheese, versatility of toppings, the delicious dough, savory authentic Italian flavors, and crowd-pleasing choice for entertaining but did you know that pizza can actually be good for you? Here are some statistics to back up this great news.

●       The average slice of pizza contains 12 grams of protein.

●       Pizza can help you absorb Lycopene, an antioxidant found in brightly-colored fruits and vegetables. Lycopene has been found to lower blood pressure rates.

●       Fresh vegetables are one of the healthiest toppings.

●       Pizza sauce can boost your immunity and is loaded with Vitamin C.

●       Ordering a thin crust allows you to consume a larger amount of healthier options (consider a side-salad).

●       You can control the ingredients to make it healthier.

While pizza is not necessarily considered a diet food, some toppings are healthier than others. Here is a list of the healthiest choices.

●       Peppers

●       Garlic

●       Ham

●       Pineapple

●       Spinach

●       Mushrooms

●       Chicken

●       Tomatoes

●       Black olives

●       Onions

If you are trying to be more mindful of your eating habits there is no reason why pizza has to be cut from your list! There’s no place better to get a pie than Aurelio’s, your Downers Grove pizza place. Our pizzas are made the “old world way”, with a special sauce and homemade crust that are sure to make you feel as if you’re in Italy itself! Explore our menu and visit us today-be sure to come hungry! We are located at 940 Warren Avenue in the heart of Downers Grove.

Sources:

lhttps://www.insider.com/pizza-is-actually-good-for-you-2018-12

https://www.pizzaplanet.com/5-reasons-pizza-can-actually-healthy/

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