阅读理解We've all been there. It has been a long day, there is nothing in the fridge, cooking seems arduous and the solution is obvious: takeaway. It's easy for takeaways to become a regular habit. At some point, you have to wonder: even if you don't look different in the mirror, is it doing you any harm?
There is some evidence that too many takeaways is related to weight gain, but the relationship isn't clear. A 2022 study found a connection between eating takeaway-style food in the 24 hours before taking the survey and increased BMI in participants, although the researchers were careful to point out that they didn't know whether frequently eating takeaways made people overweight, or whether overweight people frequently eat takeaways. There is, however, evidence that simply living near(or walking past) a takeaway outlets(外卖店) or two can affect body weight, and reaching out to takeaway outlets near your workplace is most likely to attract people.
But why? Well, takeaway food are usually high in fat and salt - ingredients(成分) that are relatively cheap and taste good, making you more likely to reorder. There is also some evidence that junk food can be addictive(上瘾的), as the combination of salt, fat and sugar makes it hard to stop eating.
There is also the nutritional quality of the ingredients themselves. "Most takeaways contain highly processed ingredients and additives, nutrient-poor carbohydrates(碳水化合物) and plenty of deep-fried foods cooked in oil repeatedly heated to high temperatures," says Pearson.
So, what is the message? If you must place that order, consider the options:
The worst foods on any menu are likely to be fried ones, or anything covered in high-sugar sauces. If you order Chinese food, go for steamed dumplings, grilled fish or soup. If you are going for Indian food, go heavy on the side dishes, like bean and potato curries, which are often more flavourful and healthy.
Finally, try to cut your consumption(消费): consider changing your daily routes, hide the menus, and delete the apps on your phone.
