Pizza Hut help!
sallyjh0
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So today is my FIRSTDAY...am excited to be calorie counting again and very motivated to get losing again. My problem is that as today is the first day of half term I had promised to take the kids to Pizza Hut for lunch. I can't get out of it now
Any ideas of the friendliest thing to eat there?
Any ideas of the friendliest thing to eat there?
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why not eat something healthier before you go?
You don't have to eat at Pizza Hut too.0 -
They have unlimted salad on the buffet - just try and avoid the creamy/oily dressings. They have great salad combinations to choose from! Dig in! :-)0
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You want to stay away from meats usually because they are high in fat. You also want to try to get thin crust instead of Pan. Other then that they do have salads in some places. Also look for the options below to see if they are available in your area.
Pizza Hut 12" Fit 'N Delicious Pizza with Diced Chicken, Red Onion, and Green Pepper
2 slices, 340 calories
9g fat, 4g saturated fat
A dietitian's dream: thin crust, lean chicken, and vegetable toppings, plus half the cheese of the regular Thin 'N Crispy Pizza.
Pizza Hut 12" Veggie Lover's Hand-Tossed Pizza
1 slice, 220 calories
6g fat, 3g saturated fat
One slice is sometimes just as satisfying as more, as long as it has a thick crust and a full allotment of cheese. Though not quite as light as the Fit 'N Delicious, the Hut's Hand-Tossed pies are still lower in calories than its deep-dish pan pizzas.0 -
Don't touch their pizza!
Either a salad or just let the kids eat and you eat later/earlier0 -
Dont eat!0
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Look for their menu with calorie counts on line and plan from there.0
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Here is more info. that may help you make better choices and reduce calories. Have fun with the kiddos!
1 Look for low calorie hints on the menu like "fit," "thin" or "lite." These are all on certain areas of the menu that offer lower calorie options, such as their Fit-n-Delicious Pizzas which range from 150 to 170 calories per slice.
2 Order your pizza with the Thin N' Crispy crust to consume between 20 to 50 calories less per slice compared to the other crusts offered.
3 Request half the cheese on your pizza to cut down the calories without losing a lot of the flavor. Avoid the meat-heavy pizzas as they are loaded with calories and fat. Hitting the top of the list is the Large Pan Crust Meat Lovers Pizza at 530 calories/31 g. fat per slice.
4 Try substituting items to create something just for you. For example, get the Thin n-Crispy crust with no sauce, light cheese and lots of veggies for a low-calorie solution.
Tips & Warnings
Always order the thinnest crust possible and load up on veggies instead of meats for topping.
Order and eat a salad first to fill up faster before you start on the pizza.
Never order extras of high calorie items such as cheese, sausage, bacon, bread or sauces.
Avoid using their dips and use a low-cal favorite you already have at home.
Avoid the personal pan pizzas; it may sound like a better idea because they are pre-portion controlled, but they range from 560 calories for the Veggie Lovers to 890 calories for the Meat Lovers.
Avoid the sides--they are full of calories and fat and there is really no way around it. Two hot wings (120 cal.) and dipping sauce (220 cal.) and a breadstick (150 cal.) adds up to 3 1/2 slices of the Fit n' Delicious Pizza.0 -
If you are in the uk, they now have all calories on their menu, and they have special pizzas which are 500 cals all in, look on the website, it's all on there now.0
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Start tomorrow, enjoy today.0
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OMG I don't think not eating is really an option. We so rarely go out for lunch and the kids would be upset if I didn't eat too. I think I will hit the salad bar big time and possible just have one slice of the kids pizza.
I haven't had any breakfast so I can add those calories to my lunch ones to help a bit.
I may do an extra workout tonight to make up for it.
Does that sound good?0 -
If you are in the uk, they now have all calories on their menu, and they have special pizzas which are 500 cals all in, look on the website, it's all on there now.
Agreed.
That sounds a lot better than no breakfast , one slice and a salad, plus a workout.
Fuel your body.0 -
See if the buffet is on and you can help yourself to plenty of salad and enjoy 1 or 2 slices of pizza without worrying about going over. If you're stuck about Pizza Hut nutrition I think there's a link on the internet somewhere if you want to plan out what you want to eat before you eat.0
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Skipping breakfast does not sound good and stop nicking your kids food!0
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I normally have the lunchtime buffet, and will have one slice of cheese&tomato pizza (italian base) to satisfy my cravings, and will then fill the rest of my plate with salad. Be careful though as some of the "salad" items are calorie loaded! I have lots of tomatoes and lettuce, and maybe a spoon of pasta as well depending on what type they have.
Just make sure you have a nice healthy dinner and you should be fine.0 -
lol @ the nicking kids food comment
Will have a look online now, thanks.....you're all helping me loads0 -
The thin crust has less calories.. Also get a diet soda or water for a drink.
I will admit, I eat pizza a lot. However, I still keep track of my calories (I hardly ever go over) and I am still losing weight!0 -
Eat thin crust fit and delicious. Go hard on the salad with vinegerette dressings.0
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OH DRINK WATER ADD LEMON.0
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If going out for lunch as a family is a rare treat then why not take them to a healthier restaurant where you can all enjoy a proper meal without worrying?
Pizza Hut is fast food at a table, essentially.0 -
OMG I don't think not eating is really an option. We so rarely go out for lunch and the kids would be upset if I didn't eat too. I think I will hit the salad bar big time and possible just have one slice of the kids pizza.
I haven't had any breakfast so I can add those calories to my lunch ones to help a bit.
I may do an extra workout tonight to make up for it.
Does that sound good?
Do the best you can Enjoy the time with your kids. Tomorrow is another day!0 -
I agree about Pizza Hut being fast food. It was their choice and is a rare treat so I am happy to oblige.
I am really glad I posted on here because I feel that I can do it without really blowing it but still enjoy myself. I will note every calorie honestly and also see if I can do an hour of zumba later to burn it off0 -
Ok I will try again... They have new pizzas which are 500 cals FOR THE WHOLE PIZZA!!!
No need to skip or nibble, eat one of those and don't panic!0 -
I went last night - they have a whole new menu in the UK, I never liked pizza hut much before, I always found it way too salty, but they now do Pizzetta - the veggie one is only 440 cals for the whole pizza and the unlimited salad is great, I am lucky as I really dont like salad dressings, or too much mayo laden stuff, so I can have several bowls without too much worry over calories. Good Lunch-luck!0
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Go the Personal Pan Pizza route with a salad. You know you are going to eat at least one cheese stick.0
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I had the new Pizzetta last week and it was delicious. It means that I can add pizza hut to my food choices at last!0
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Because it's lunch that you're having there you can still plan a light supper to make sure you don't go over you calories for the day. you can't just skip lunch and these situations happen in life. Veg pizza with half the cheese and only have a few slices, or have that salad and one slice from you whatever your kids order. If you're going to make this a lifestyle and not a diet you have to adjust your mindset it's not all or nothing.0
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Because it's lunch that you're having there you can still plan a light supper to make sure you don't go over you calories for the day. you can't just skip lunch and these situations happen in life. Veg pizza with half the cheese and only have a few slices, or have that salad and one slice from you whatever your kids order. If you're going to make this a lifestyle and not a diet you have to adjust your mindset it's not all or nothing.0
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You want to stay away from meats usually because they are high in fat. You also want to try to get thin crust instead of Pan. Other then that they do have salads in some places. Also look for the options below to see if they are available in your area.
Pizza Hut 12" Fit 'N Delicious Pizza with Diced Chicken, Red Onion, and Green Pepper
2 slices, 340 calories
9g fat, 4g saturated fat
A dietitian's dream: thin crust, lean chicken, and vegetable toppings, plus half the cheese of the regular Thin 'N Crispy Pizza.
Pizza Hut 12" Veggie Lover's Hand-Tossed Pizza
1 slice, 220 calories
6g fat, 3g saturated fat
One slice is sometimes just as satisfying as more, as long as it has a thick crust and a full allotment of cheese. Though not quite as light as the Fit 'N Delicious, the Hut's Hand-Tossed pies are still lower in calories than its deep-dish pan pizzas.
hmmm i didnt know this! thanks! and yeah...what she sedd or just have a salad!0 -
Having a couple slices of pizza is really not that bad..just limit yourself to only those 2. No side, no dessert. It's really hard to eat in restaurants when you're trying to lose weight. I've been on my weightloss journey for almost 2 months and I've been out to eat twice. Honestly, I think it's just best to avoid. Even if you find a healthy entree, there's still going to be that crazy tempting bread basket, and a dessert menu.0
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Thank you for all your advice! I am really pleased with myself *polisheshalo*
I had a large bowl of salad, no dressing. A teaspoon full of coleslaw (yep, just a teaspoon) and 2 slices of thin crust vegetarian pizza which was all spinach, mushrooms and cherry tomatoes. Then from the salad bar I had 4 slices of apple and 4 grapes.
Could kill a packet of biscuits now with my coffee though!!!! lol0
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