2007-01-03 18:42:33 · 8 answers · asked by ferriss_starr 1 in Food & Drink ➔ Other - Food & Drink
In general, yes it is. It depends on the kind of sushi you're eating. Obviously a California Roll filled with mayonnaise and processed fish made to taste like crab, then deep-fried in a batter isn't exactly going to do much for your waistline.
However, the pure traditional sushi, such as nigiri, contains a piece of raw seafood atop a small ball of rice. This is healthy. The types of raw seafood that are used for sushi aren't high in fat, and the fact that they're raw means that all of the nutrients that are lost in cooking are still there.
Rice has no fat at all, but a lot of carbs. So if you are someone seeking a low-carb diet, sushi might not be the best thing for you. Other than that, it is a relatively healthy food.
2007-01-03 19:15:31 · answer #1 · answered by Kaleoopono 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sushi can be a very healthful food, if you make the right decisions when ordering.
Firstly, fish is fairly low in fat, and what fat they have is a very beneficial fat called Omega-3 fatty acids. These fats are heart friendly, and have been shown to lower the risk of heart disease, improve your cholesterol profile, moderate blood sugar, and possibly prevent Alzheimer's disease.
Secondly, due to the low-fat and high protein combination, sushi, especially sashimi (fish without the rice) is a *very* nutritious meal. Rice is not bad in and of itself, either, and if eaten in moderation is quite healthful.
But, you should keep in mind that some of the crazy rolls served in many restaurants can be filled with mayonnaise and other less healthful ingredients, so as long as you stick to the basics, you are making a good decision and eating a healthful food when eating sushi. As for how often, if you choose the right items, you can probably eat it as much as you want, just keeping an eye on how much rice you consume. If you are working out, the carbs in the rice may actually help you by giving you the energy you need for a sustained workout.
For even more detailed information, check out:
http://sushifaq.com/sushi-and-health.htm...
Good luck!
Warren
2007-01-05 03:26:08 · answer #2 · answered by war3rd 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Raw foods (such as your sushi, often made of raw fish) are generally the best for preserving enzymes and other nutrients, as long as the foods are fresh. Time, heat, freezing, microwaving and so on destroy those nutrients in a hurry. Nowadays, the main concern with raw foods is bacterial. Not all foods at the sushi bar are raw, and those that are tend to be well controlled (that is, free from harmful bacteria), as a restaurant's reputation can be blown pretty easily with a mishap.
Some of the foods obtained at sushi bars are rolled in white rice, which is a pure starch that converts to sugar quickly, has little fiber and has most nutrients removed. Try to go heavier on the fish (sushi style) and lighter on the rolls.
The "raw is okay" edict does not extend to oysters, in my opinion. Oysters, which sit in mucky beds on the bottom of bodies of water of often-questionable quality, are a gamble. Tread carefully where those are concerned, if you must eat them at all.
Soy sauce is a fermented soy product that should offer few problems in the average amounts used. The salt in there is rarely a problem, and it certainly isn't fattening. Ditto for wasabi, Japanese horseradish.
Wasabi comes from the root of the plant wasabia japonicum and is extremely hot. Because it's so hot, you really can't take enough in to make a difference calorie-wise, so that's rarely a factor in eating it.
Unfortunately, the stuff is very hard to grow, and improperly preparing it readily breaks down the hot, spicy nature. So "wasabi" in much of Japanese cuisine in America is standard horseradish that has been treated to a bath of food coloring. If that spice bothers you, it's possible that you're just allergic to dye (or horseradish).
2007-01-03 18:51:56 · answer #3 · answered by minoloblaniks 5 · 2⤊ 1⤋
The raw fish (sashimi) is GREAT for you. The problem with sushi is the vinegared white rice. White rice is very high on the glycemic index, which means eating it can cause an insulin spike and cause your body to store those carbs as flab. Now, everything is relative, so if you're choosing between dinner at the sushi bar and dinner at Outback, you're DEFINITELY better off at the sushi bar. If you're that concerned about your figure, just eat half the rice or skip the rice altogether.
2016-05-23 01:50:13 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Compared to other foods, it's healthy. The raw fish isn't seasoned, fried, or preserved in anything known to be bad (compared to burgers, fried foods, and frozen dinners). If you are going to eat sushi though, make sure the fish is a sashimi style fish that is fresh and in good, bright color(like in salmon or tuna). And make sure it's cold, too. Happy eating.
2007-01-03 19:07:09 · answer #5 · answered by The Small Elephant 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
the most nutritous part of the japanese diet is the raw fish,sliced thinly,it hits the acids of the stomach and dissolves almost instantly,rich in protein with no effort for the body to digest..
2007-01-03 19:57:59 · answer #6 · answered by wd_smn 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, No sugar and other additive added.
Rice is rich in calcium. Sea food is good as long it not toxic by pollution.
2007-01-03 18:46:54 · answer #7 · answered by codeworx7 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
oh yes, it is really healthy, have you ever seen videos of over weight chinese people? I haven't, they eat many things similar to sushi.
2007-01-03 18:50:45 · answer #8 · answered by mykd4sound 2 · 0⤊ 3⤋