Stay Fit Eating at Chick-fil-A
My Guilt-Free guide to eating out
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In this issue of 60+ News, read about:
What to order at Chik-Fil-A and stay thin
What about those packaged salad dressings - are they OK?
Tom Brady in the neighborhood- GOAT story you won’t believe
It’s February- Get unstuck and reach your goals in 2025
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Discover why Chick-fil-A's Grilled Chicken and Kale Salad is a Cluckin' Good Choice, packed with health benefits that will keep you feeling strong and energized.
Who says you can't have your Chick-fil-A and eat healthy too? Picture this: you're at Chick-fil-A, and the aroma of fried chicken is calling your name, but you're on a mission to make healthier choices.
It’s like Batman and Robin! A dynamic duo of chicken and kale. Just like Batman and Robin work together to fight crime, the grilled chicken and kale in this salad provide you with a healthy and satisfying meal!
Enter the 8-piece grilled chicken nuggets and the kale salad. It’s like the dynamic duo of the fast-food world—Batman and Robin, but tastier and with more vitamins. Not only are you sparing yourself the extra grease, but you're also getting a punch of protein and fiber that'll keep you feeling superhero-strong.
Now, let's be honest: those crispy fries might be tempting, but they can't hold a candle to the superfood power of kale. Think of those grilled nuggets as the trusty sidekick that keeps you on track. Plus, you can walk away feeling like a champion who conquered the fast-food battlefield without sacrificing flavor or health. So next time you're at Chick-fil-A, rest those fried foods and go for the grilled nuggets and kale salad—your taste buds and waistline will thank you!
Salad dressing with 23 carbs- Trouble in a bag
Reading Food Labels - 3 Things to Look for: Carbohydrates, Added Sugars, and sugar in the top ingredients
Reading the Label: The Sweet Truth About Chick-fil-A's Honey Mustard**
Chick-fil-A’s honey mustard is tangy, sweet, and perfect for dipping those nuggets. But before you dip, let's take a closer look at what’s inside. Brace yourselves, folks, because we're about to unveil the not-so-sweet truth.
First up, added sugar. Chick-fil-A's honey mustard packs a whopping 19 grams of added sugar. That's like tossing a handful of 5 sugar cubes into your salad! So, if you're watching your sugar intake, this might be a red flag.
Fact: 19 grams of sugar ( In one bag of home mustard dressing) is equivalent to roughly 5 sugar cubes. This is based on the standard assumption that a single sugar cube contains around 4 grams of sugar
Next, let's talk carbs. With 23 grams of carbohydrates, this condiment is far from low-carb friendly. For anyone on a low-carb diet, that’s quite a bit of carbs just from a little dipping sauce.
And the ingredients list? Well, it’s no surprise that sugar and honey are the most prominent ingredients on the list. At the same time, honey adds that natural sweetness; it’s still sugar at the end of the day. This means that despite its delightful taste, it’s loaded with sugars that could derail your dietary goals.
So, the next time you’re at Chick-fil-A, give that honey mustard label a quick read. Your taste buds might love it, but your health goals might think otherwise.
Option: Use half or only a third of the Honey Mustard packet, or select another salad dressing option.
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Who DOESN'T LOVE Chick-fil-A? As a somewhat newly minted grad I was spending a lot of time in Huntsville AL. I'll never forget being in a shopping mall on Sunday and A RESTAURANT WAS CLOSED!!! That was my first time seeing Chick-fil-A!
Next time I'm there (infrequent) I will try the kale salad. I have grown to the point where I always have a bag of it in the fridge. I probably buy a large bag of it (already chopped) every two weeks and freeze half of it. We can finish half a bag in a week without much pressure. Whenever I am cooking vegetables as the base of my meal I always finish with a large handful of kale that wilts pretty quickly to finish the medley.
Here's the funniest thing about Chick-fil-A I've seen in a while from the satire site TheOnion.com https://theonion.com/chick-fil-a-raptured/
Thankyou for the info on how to eat healthy at. Chick-fil-A!!!👍