Grilling has been one of
the favorite pastime of families and friends. It has become one of the sources
of the bonding moments of people since they can enjoy good food and company. No
matter what the weather is, you can still enjoy grilling. From burgers, steaks
to barbeques, the options and choices are endless. The best part about grilling
is that not only is it fun, but it is also good
for you.
There are benefits of
outdoor grilling that you may not be aware of or may not have paid much
attention to. These benefits are better than having your food prepared in an
oven or a stove. Here are some of the health benefits of outdoor grilling.
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1.) There is less fat
When you grill outdoors,
you actually eat less fat because the excess drips which is the oil from the
meat go off on the grates of the grill. If you think about cooking a burger,
you will notice that all of the excess oil in the pan have accumulated, thus
making the meat all soaked. When you use a grill to cook your burger, the
excess fat and oil cooks off. All of the excess drips at the bottom thus making
your meat tastier and less greasy.
2.) Grilled vegetables are
good for you
People do not realize
that the vegetables that are grilled can retain more of their minerals and
their vitamins instead of them being cooked in an oven or in a stove. This is
true especially for vegetables that are known to have low water content.
Another reason behind this is that the vegetables that you grill are the fresh
and in season ones instead of the canned vegetables that we are all used to.
You just need to wrap in in a tin foil and place them on top of your grill, it
will cook your vegetables just the right way and it is also known to be
nutritionally advantageous than frying it or boiling.
3.) The meat can retain its
nutrients
When you grill meat
instead of using the stove or the oven, it can preserve more thiamine and more
riboflavin. These nutrients are needed in order for you to have a healthy diet
and it also have health benefits that you may not be aware of. This is also
highly recommended for those who are wishing to buff up and shed a few pounds.
4.) You use less butter in
grilling
When you use your stove
or your oven, there is a tendency for you to use butter in order for your meat
to have some moisture. When you use an outdoor grill, it can lock in the
natural moisture of your meat, especially if you do know how to grill and you do
not overcook your food, the result will be juicy cuts of meat and vegetables
that are tasty. Because of the natural moisture that is retained when you use
the grill, you won’t need to reach for the butter or other condiments that you
usually need to jazz up your food. It then means that you will eat fewer
calories and it can stop you from taking in unhealthy stuff in your body.
5.) Grilling can give you an
opportunity for an outdoor activity
When you grill your food,
you will need to do it outdoors. This means that you will have to engage in
different outdoor activities with your friends and your family. If you have
children, you can play with them while you grill your meat and you prepare your
lunch or your dinner. You can toss a frisbee or you can kick a ball around your
backyard. If you are with your friends, you can converse and drink while
grilling your steak or your burger. This is an added health bonus not just
physically but mentally as well.
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Now that the benefits of
outdoor grilling are discussed, there should also be a need to talk about the
food that you are going to grill. There are different tips that you can follow
in order to ensure the health benefits of your meat while you grill them and
serve them.
1.) Buy and use lean meats
Burger is a grilling
staple, but that does not mean that you need to stick to burgers only. There
should be a vary of your outdoor menu. You can try lean cuts of different meats
like fish, pork or chicken. These are proven to be healthier and has less
cholesterol and calories. If you want to eat a burger, you can purchase the
leanest beef that you can find. There are different marks on the packages of
the meats that are sold in supermarkets. The leaner your mean, the healthier it
is for you.
2.) Grill your vegetables
It is important to add
vegetables in ever meal that you have, especially when you are grilling. You
can add some peppers or zucchini to the grill while you grill your meat. You
can also grill sweet corn, or you can make a vegetable kabob as your side dish.
You can also make a spinach salad with a light dressing to add into your diet
as it is nutrient-packed.
3.) Use gas rather than
charcoal when grilling
Some of the doctors have
suggested that the charcoal that is used when grilling can expose you and the
food that you are going to eat to cancer-causing chemicals which are harmful.
If you still want to use charcoal when you grill your food, then it is highly
recommended that you do not overcook your mean and that you should keep it out
of the smoke as much as possible. This is why doctors recommend that you use a
gas grill. It is cleaner to use, and you can also avoid the harmful chemicals
found in charcoal.
4.) Marinate your meat
You can marinate your
steak, your burgers and other meats in order to improve your health and to
improve the taste of your meat. When a marinated meat is cooked over charcoal
or high temperature, there are concerns about cancer-causing chemicals, but if
the meat is marinated it can help eliminate those chemicals by up to 99%.
5.) Try healthier
alternatives
You can search for
healthier alternatives from the internet as there are tips and advices that you
can get from different websites and blogs.
Written
by Sian Webster
Sian
Webster is the caiman boots blog's editor. Sian Webster
is a student by day and a writer by night. She is currently taking up
Business Administration and is set to start and operate her own business. A
food lover, a travel blogger and is desperate to find love but is oozing with
awkwardness. A fan of movies and numerous tv shows such as Black Mirror, The
Walking Dead and The 100. Sian loves to read and she takes writing
very seriously.
