The relevance of conscious attitude to one’s body is gaining momentum every year. And if everything is more or less clear with proper nutrition at home, how can you follow the recommendations of nutritionists while walking? We have compiled for you a list of places where you should look first thing in the morning.
Tatiana Zheleznova
naturopath-nutritionist
There are a lot of places in Moscow, but often the dishes even labeled “PP” do not match their description. Still, there are some good options.
What to consider when choosing food in a cafe
If you know what food is harmful to our body, and what is useful – you can follow simple recommendations at home, and when traveling, and in any institution, even not the most PP-sch.
Here are some guidelines for food choices outside the home.
The simpler the composition, the better. When choosing a dish, focus on three components: proteins – vegetable (nuts, seeds, legumes, cereals) and animal origin (meat, eggs, seafood), healthy fats (olives, avocados, seeds and nuts, cold-pressed oils), fiber (vegetables, greens).
Don’t combine different animal products. There are four categories of animal products – meat, dairy, seafood, eggs. Their combination in one meal slows down the digestive process, which gives a feeling of heaviness in the stomach, bloating and even constipation. Therefore, it is not recommended to eat fish with eggs, meat – with cheese, etc.
The ideal garnish to products of animal origin – vegetables and greens. They are rich in vitamins and minerals, and are also considered the best source of fiber. Vegetables and greens should occupy about half of the plate.
Cafes in Moscow with perfect dishes according to all the rules of ZOZH
“Avocado” on Chistye Prudy.
Nutritionist’s recommendations on the dishes of the place
- Broccoli puree soup. Ideal for vegetarians – pine nuts here play the role of protein and proper fats. A good combination of all the products.
- Hot spinach salad. Walnuts act as protein and good fats here, and vegetables as fiber.
- Hummus with vegetables/garnish. The hummus in this case serves as vegetarian protein and the vegetables as fiber.
- Falafel with tahini sauce. Falafel is made from chickpeas, and this is the perfect protein for vegetarians.
- Energy Mix. Contains quinoa and tofu, a good amount of vegetarian protein, as well as lots of vegetables and the right fats.
Adrese: Chistoprudny Boulevard, 12, Bldg. 2.
Average check: 1500 p.
Hummus
“Latuk” near Ustyinsky Square
Nutritionist’s recommendations on dishes of the facility
- Fish hodgepodge. Good fish is quality protein and healthy fats for pescetarians (vegetarian type of diet, which allows fish and seafood in the diet).
- Thai Salad. Cashews, chickpeas and mungbean sprouts – protein combo for vegans and in general all followers of healthy lifestyle.
Adrese: 1/15c2, Yauzskaya Street.
Average check: 1500 rubles.
“Jagannath” near Aptekarskiy ogorodom
Nutritionist’s recommendations on the dishes of the facility
- Raw food okroshka. It contains cashews – a source of protein and an alternative for those who have given up dairy products. It is recommended to supplement this dish with a protein product.
- Salad “Asia”. Here mushrooms and sesame act as protein, and vegetables as fiber. An ideal addition to the main course – vegetables with quinoa (a cereal with a large amount of protein and micronutrients).
- Baby potatoes with asparagus. The dish is low in protein, so it is recommended as a side dish to boiled meat, fish or falafel (a great source of protein for vegetarians).
- Bounty Dessert. Perfect composition – without sugar, unnecessary ingredients and with good fats.
Adrese: Prospekt Mira, 31.
Average check: 1500 p.
Zaryadye Gastronomic Center
Nutritionist’s recommendations on facility’s dishes
- Grilled dorado with lemon. Fish is the most important source of protein in a healthy diet.
- Salad with tuna and cherry tomatoes.
- Green salad with lime sauce and avocado. A great side dish with good fats and greens.
- Arugula with shrimp. Low-calorie dish contains a lot of protein and a small amount of fat.
- Astrakhan uha. This dish contains a whole bunch of useful substances, easily digestible protein and fats. And at the same time it is low-calorie.
Adrese: Varvarka St., possession 6.
Average check: 900 rubles.
And if you are more fond of picnics and vacation with friends, try cooking some interesting dishes in nature. Recipes in this article.