your take on Ramen Noodles ??

IrishHarpy1

I don't think I've eaten any Ramen noodles since I was a college student living in a dorm. That was 1976. I think it's good to outgrow teenager food.

I didn't realize that food had age restrictions on it... does that mean I now have to give up my PB&J sandwiches, chocolate chip cookies, and Tater Tots?? :frown:

To the OP: as a few people have said, no food is totally "unhealthy" by itself. It's all in how much you have, how often you have it, and how well you are eating the rest of the time. An occasional package of ramen noodles isn't going to "ruin" your day. Try it with half of the seasoning packet and toss in fresh veggies, and make sure to drink lots of water to help counteract the sodium.

WendyTerry420

I don't think I've eaten any Ramen noodles since I was a college student living in a dorm. That was 1976. I think it's good to outgrow teenager food.

^^ I was going to say something to this effect as well. In college, Ramen was a staple. I used to do the "add hot water" cups of it. It fills your gut, but my taste buds have changed since then. There are a lot of things I ate as a teenager that I don't care to eat anymore. And there are a lot of things I enjoy eating now that you couldn't have paid me to eat as a kid. :laugh:

ihateroses

Its fine for fun-sies every once in a while.

If you're going to eat ramen don't go for the boring stuff though.

Shin Ramyun+ asian veggies+ slice of a merican cheese (try it!) and poach an egg in it=delicious

haroon_awan

Not healthy. I think we don't need to explain it!

AmandaCaswell1982

Taste good....unhealthy...!! As with most stuff...sigh,lol!

hahaha I agree. Occaisionally I've had them, but usually adding an egg. Still not healthy, but I love em.

hhuesler

Bad choice for something to eat, but all this talk about Ramen Noodles made me totally want some, so now I'm sitting here eating a bowl of Pork flavored ones. They're delicious, but I should have eaten something healthier.... that was 75% of my daily sodium.

MyM0wM0w

I didn't realize that food had age restrictions on it... does that mean I now have to give up my PB&J sandwiches..............................

BLASPHEMER!!!

TheRealParisLove

Ramen noodles are a treat. You definitely don't want to eat them any more often than you would candy or desserts. They are yummy, but they have very little nutritional value beyond added calories.

Sabine_Stroehm

I LOVE ramen and used to eat a lot of it. I would eat it for breakfast and snacks. It is a calorie budget killer (800 calories for one package) and the sodium is ridiculous. So, I would say in my opinion, unhealthy, although I love them.

I have replaced my ramen with homemade shirataki noodle soup any enjoy it almost as much. I also plan on trying kelp noodles and see what I think about those.

I've never seen 800 calorie ramen.

wonderstruck91

I eat them on occasion. As others have said they're basically salty, empty calories ... but I don't believe in entirely cutting out foods that I enjoy just because they are unhealthy. As long as they aren't a daily staple in your diet or something, I say enjoy in moderation.

BigDnSW

unhealthy i would say (imo)
if youre talking about the actual ramen noodle brands that come in little packs with the seasoning... first of all the sodium content is ridiculous. no veggies or fruits, 14 grams of fat and high carb

Ditto...better to use low/no sodium pasta and there is a great no sodium packet that comes in beef & chicken called Herb Ox...add a few veggies and some egg whites....mmmmmm...and much better for you.

Jimaudit

I just eat them! they taste good if you add weenies to them! yum

All food is healthy because it gives your body fuel. just sayin!

Do not mean to disagree here but really? All food is healthy?

I googled "10 worst fast food meals to eat" and here is the list:
10. Domino's Chicken Carbonara Breadbowl Pasta :
1,480 calories
, 56 g fat (24 g saturated), 2,220 mg sodium
9. McDonald’s Big Breakfast with Large Biscuit, Hotcakes, Margarine, and Syrup :
1,370 calories, 64.5 g fat (21.5 g saturated)
, 2,335 mg sodium
, 49 g sugar
8. KFC Half Spicy Crispy Chicken Meal with Macaroni and Cheese, Potato Wedges, and Biscuit:
1,610 calories, 98 g fat (25.5 g saturated), 4,340 mg sodium
7. Burger King Large Triple Whopper with Cheese Value Meal with Fries and Coke:
2,110 calories, 104 g fat (35.5 g saturated, 2 g trans), 2,270 mg sodium
6. Quiznos Tuna Melt (Large) with Cheetos:
1,620 calories, 111 g fat (25 g saturated, 1.5 g trans), 2,070 mg sodium
5. Wendy's Dave's Hot 'n Juicy 3/4 lb. Triple with Bacon with Small Fries and Small Coke :
1,540 calories, 83 g fat (33 g saturated, 4 g trans) , 2,370 mg sodium
4. Dairy Queen Chicken Strip Basket (6-piece w/Country Gravy) :
1,370 calories, 57 g fat (8 g saturated, 0.5 g trans) , 3,650 mg sodium
3. Hardee's Monster Biscuit Large Hash Rounds :
1,170 calories, 79 g fat (22 g saturated), 2,800 mg sodium
2. Long John Silver's Fish Combo Basket :
830 calories , 46 g fat (11.5 g saturated, 12.5 g trans) , 2,040 mg sodium
1. Carl's Jr. Double Guacamole Bacon Burger with Large Fries :
1,530 calories, 95 g fat (28 g saturated fat), 3,240 mg sodium

Please find something healthy in that list.

I'm not syaing you should not indulge from time to time, I'm saying you should be careful when you give advice that is inaccurate.

HeatherTransformed

The packet ones... not so much. The way Momofuku does them.... hell yes! David Chang is THE man! If I lived near NYC I would attempt to visit his restaurants daily.

DMZ_1

Too much sodium.

Molly_Maguire

I don't eat them. Too much sodium, and for the calories they are, they don't keep me full at all. Not worth it, IMO. I don't generally think of food in terms of "healthy" or "unhealthy", I just ask myself "a few hours from now, am I going to be happy I ate this?" If the answer is no, I make a better choice and find something else.

kittenbobitten

I LOVE ramen and used to eat a lot of it. I would eat it for breakfast and snacks. It is a calorie budget killer (800 calories for one package) and the sodium is ridiculous. So, I would say in my opinion, unhealthy, although I love them.

I have replaced my ramen with homemade shirataki noodle soup any enjoy it almost as much. I also plan on trying kelp noodles and see what I think about those.

800 calories for one package? What kind of ramen are you eating??

Sorry, that was a type, it was supposed to say 400!!

Poetry_In_Pics

The sodium is way too much... but you could always buy the packs and dress up the noodles in a healthier way (add veggies & use healthier seasonings) instead of using the flavor packs.

CyeRyn

I like the occasional ramen but after cooking it I dump out all the juice and mix in a little light ranch dressing instead. Gives it a nice kick. I don't like to eat it often because of the sodium levels and I hate waking up bloated but it sure is delicious once in a while.

lunarescape

Like everyone else has said, the sodium in them is outrageous. However, you can add veggies with them or there are some kinds that come in the little Styrofoam cups that have vegetables with them already. Everything in moderation. If you really like them (like I do) it's okay to have them once in a while, just like everything else.

hiker359

They recieve a 'D' grade from me. They're great for warming up on a cold day, but not much else.

Reiteration: High sodium content is what really kills them. When I ate them, I used to only use half the seasoning packet and throw an egg in to add some protein and real vitamins/minerals.

There are better foods, but I can understand if you turn to them because you're under a budget crunch.

lorcart

They're just a big salt lick. Blech!

samlankford

I get in the mood for them every once in a blue moon... used to LOVE adding in a slice of ghost pepper to the water as it was heating up, then taking it out (i'm not crazy enough to actually eat it!) before adding the noodles and salt packet.. totally not healthy but sometimes it is darn good!!!

chellie47

IF I eat them. I add cheese and use only half or less of the seasoning packet!

Going4Lean

they taste good with some canned tuna fish mixed in.

hkry3250

I LOVE ramen and used to eat a lot of it. I would eat it for breakfast and snacks. It is a calorie budget killer (800 calories for one package) and the sodium is ridiculous. So, I would say in my opinion, unhealthy, although I love them.

I have replaced my ramen with homemade shirataki noodle soup any enjoy it almost as much. I also plan on trying kelp noodles and see what I think about those.

800 calories for one package? What kind of ramen are you eating??

Sorry, that was a type, it was supposed to say 400!!

Lol, nah it wasn't a typo. But you're like most people, who eats just one packet of those things? :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

Snookie2u

Yummy but not worth the sodium. I get a hankering for noodles etc, have found those tofu noodles in the produce section to be really good. The name escapes me, but my daughter was buying them for her daughter that had wheat allergies and they are low cal, protein + and overall really good. They come in a see thru bag all cooked up. Putting it on my grocery list, can't remember the name. Look by the tofu, sprouts etc.

stargazer008

Too much carbs and sodium

Timby1

Okay, the way we eat them...cook the noodles in plain water, drain them, then add whatever, whether it's a low sodium broth to make soup, or veggies and protein. Sometimes I shake a tiny amount of the seasoning packet on (the whole thing would be outrageously high in sodium), or sprinkle with garlic powder and other seasonings. Please also note that at least the Nissan Top Ramen block is actually a serving for two.

seabee78

Throw away the flavor packet, add in your own spices, onions, mushrooms, some beef/pork and a beaten egg. Awesome, fast meal.

airangel59

The seasoning packet is the killer more than the noodles. I don't eat the noodles anymore due to the carbs in it, rather spend those carb calories elsewhere.