Exaggerated consumption of instant noodles, miojo or cup noodles, is bad for health due to the high content of sodium, fat and preservatives in its composition. In addition, the pasta is fried before it is packed, which allows it to get ready faster, and this further promotes weight gain.
According to the World Health Organization - WHO the maximum intake of salt per day should be only 4 grams, which is equivalent to a shallow spoon of coffee and each pack of instant noodles brings at least double this amount.
Although most of the sodium is in the ready seasoning the pasta itself is not a healthy option and so the meal although quick is filled with additives, artificial colorings and toxins such as monosodium glutamate that detract from health in the long run.
Monosodium glutamate is a flavor enhancer made from sugarcane that can be written on the labels of the packs with the names: yeast extract, hydrolyzed vegetable protein or E621. Therefore, because it is a highly processed industrialized product, the popular 'miojo' should not be consumed frequently.
Malfunctions of instant noodles
The frequent consumption of instant noodles favors:
- Increased blood pressure;
- Heart problems;
- Bad cholesterol;
- Renal impairment;
- Weight gain;
- Metabolic syndrome.
The recommendation is to avoid this type of meal as much as possible by opting for healthier foods and if possible with low salt, such as fresh salads and cooked vegetables. To give some flavor is indicated the use of fine herbs and spices, which do not harm the health and are pleasing to the palate. Check out what and how to use various herbs that replace salt.
How to Make a Healthy Fast Noodles
For those in a hurry and in need of a quick bite, a good choice is to prepare a traditional, spaghetti-type noodle that gets ready in less than 10 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 serving of pasta for 2 people
- 1 liter of water
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 bay leaf
- 2 ripe tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- oregano and salt to taste
- grated parmesan cheese to sprinkle
Method of preparation
Put the water in a pan and bring to the boil. When boiling add the pasta and leave to cook. In another small saucepan, sauté the garlic with the olive oil and when it is golden add the diced tomatoes, the bay leaf and the seasonings. After the pasta is completely cooked, drain the water and add the sauce and the grated cheese.
To add nutritional value to this meal accompany with a salad of green leaves and grated carrot.
