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Why Traditional Chinese Cuisine Promotes a Slim Figure: Insights from British Nutritionists

According to British nutritionists, traditional Chinese food supports healthy weight management. Not the foe yong hai from your local takeaway, but authentic dishes where about half the meal consists of vegetables, served without sauce on the rice.

The Chinese traditionally enjoy a bowl of soup with nearly every meal. It's filling yet low in calories. However, many Chinese restaurants in the Netherlands have adapted to Western tastes, incorporating more fat.