An excellent perk about pizza is that it’s versatile. This makes it an ideal addition to just about any diet when you make smart choices about toppings and ingredients. If you’re craving your favorite food but don’t want to deviate away from your healthy diet plan, here are a few extra steps you can take to enjoy this delicious treat guilt-free. 

How to Eat Pizza & Maintain Your Diet

1. Go Easy on the Cheese

Cheese is just fine when eaten in moderation. It’s a wonderful source of protein and calcium, which your body needs to stay healthy. There are also low-calorie versions (such as feta or mozzarella) that taste just as amazing as other cheeses with a higher calorie count. When ordering a pie, ask for light cheese to reduce your caloric intake even further. 

2. Choose Healthy Toppings

While they’re delicious, meat toppings like bacon, sausage, and pepperoni are not the healthiest options. Skip these toppings and focus on fresh, wholesome veggies to adorn your pizza. Spinach, black olives, tomatoes, mushrooms, peppers, and onions are all tasty options that won’t greatly increase calories.

3. Manage Portions

Sometimes, it’s not what you eat but how much. Even if you make healthy choices when it comes to pizza toppings and cheese, you may still derail your diet if you eat too much.

 Keep in mind that one medium slice of cheese pizza typically contains about 213 calories. Eating a single slice and pairing with a healthy salad and beverage (like water) allows you to stay well within your diet goals. 

For a delicious, healthy meal, head to Giannos of High Point in Guilford County, NC. They serve up a wide selection of pies with tasty, fresh toppings of every description. All pizza is prepared in their stone oven, which infuses it with a complex, smoky flavor that can’t be replicated. They also offer healthy pies, including spinach and vegetarian. Check on their dinner menu online for the full selection of tasty Italian dishes and call (336) 885-0762 for more information.