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The 10 Best and worst sandwiches

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Sandwiches are generally used for snacks for picnics or taken to working places and schools as lunch, since they are easy to make and pack and stay for a long time. The origin of sandwiches could be traced back to the middle ages, though the way of eating meat between two slices of bread or something similar could be often found in an era much before, i.e. the Neolithic times when bread was eaten with flesh or raw vegetable and when man started to roast and cook his food. During the middle ages, thick bread was used as plates for a quick meal or snacks and used for eating meat and other food and after the meal the bread was either given to beggars or saved for the dinner if it was still good. Sandwiches as we eat them probably came from the the Dutch Belegde broodje, sometime around the 17th century, when it was not yet known to England and before that from the ancient Jews.

Mainly two or more slices of bread with fillings like meat, vegetables, cheese, or salad and at times with the added flavor of butter or sauce, sandwiches are widely sold and are popular among almost all classes of people. There are food chains particularly for sandwiches known as sandwich chains. Sandwiches will never lose its popularity and would be found always in the menu card in restaurants and cafes and other food chains. Although sandwiches are popular for a quick snack, yet the calorie quotient is high. If going on a less calorie diet or if one is conscious about extra fats and calories, it is suggested to have an idea of which one to eat and which one to avoid. Given below are some sandwiches, both the best as well as the worst so that you are aware of the hidden fats and calories next time you are munching one.

10 Worst Sandwiches

1. Original style Turkey Sandwich

Though it looks perfect to eat with only a lean meat of turkey, it has 831 calories, 35g fat, and 2529mg sodium, as it is has three types of cheese spreads and salami.

2. Italian Sandwich

951 calorie, 51g fat, and 12g saturated fat – salami, capicola -name it and it’s all the same; enough to make your belly bulge.

3. 6″ BLT Super Stacked Sandwich

With 41g fat, 640 calories, and 1440mg sodium, this sandwich will make you look like a large balloon, if eaten on a regular basis.

4. Ultimate BLT Market Fresh

Loaded with mayo, lettuce, and bacon, this sandwich has 850 calories, 46g fat and should be avoided.

5.Special Vegetarian 12″ Sandwich

Surprised? Well, though vegetarian, which means it is stacked with loads of vegetables, it also has high calorie oils and fats. Just see the calorie content-1186 calories! More than any of the non-vegetarian sandwiches. And don’t forget the 60g fat and 19g saturated fat included in it.

6. Cosy Steak TBM

TBM i.e. tomato, basil, mozarella. And you have 820 calories, 55g fat and 19g saturated fat. Though it is low in sodium (453mg), that doesn’t make it the right choice for your diet.

7.Grilled Shrimp and Bacon Club

1930calories, 24g saturated fat, and 2965mg sodium are enough for two weeks’ calorie diet. And more than enough to be avoided.

8. BBQ Chicken Sandwich

Spanish Tortilla and the creamy Ranch dressing make this one the a sandwich to be avoided though they are considered healthy. 1112 calories and 62g fat -scary for your waistline!

9. Crispy Chicken Club Sandwich

630 calories, 27g fat, and 7g saturated fat are what contained in this fried chicken, bacon, and mayo spread between two buns. Try having grilled chicken and mustard instead of fried chicken and mayo.

10. Roast Turkey Ranch & Bacon Market Free Sandwich

With turkey, tomatoes, bacon, cheese, and ranch sauce, this one is of 810 calories with 36g fat and 10g saturated fat.

10 Best Sandwiches

1. Honey Mustard Grilled Chicken Wrap

This is a sandwich with 260 calories, 9g fat, and 3.4g saturated fat. To reduce more calories, take walnut salad or fruits with it. Now you are having a snack with 210 calories only. Sounds better and tastes even more!

2. 6″ Black forest Ham Sandwich

This has 290 calories, 4.5g fat, and 1200mg sodium. You can also have it topped with lots of vegetable paste to keep the calorie count even low.

3. Rotisserie Chicken Sandwich

If the chicken is roasted further than usual, it becomes softer and tender. If you eat it as an open sandwich, it will also reduce the calorie count.

4. Smoked Turkey on Wholegrain Bread

Instead of chips, have fruit salad or an apple, which will surely reduce the calorie count less than 560 calories.

5. Tender Grill Chicken Sandwich

If you avoid mayo, you reduce the calories to 370 to 460 with 17g fat. Add onions and mustard and pickles, if you feel like. It’s simply a mouth watering delight!

6. Regular Roast Beef Sandwich

Avoid cheese, mayo, and sauce, and you have the yummiest snack, which is healthy as well (350 calories and 13g fat).

7. 6″ Roast Beef Provolone

430 calories and 14g fat are what this sandwich offers you. Have it without cheese and sauce. It’s healthy and wholesome with the wheat.

8. Honey Bourbon Chicken on Wheat

The high fiber bread with tomatoes and lettuce keeps your stomach full for a long time. With 300 calories and 5g fat, it is satisfying with the protein in the lean chicken.

9. Small Smoked Turkey Breast

Turkey, tomatoes, and lettuce keep the calorie and fat count at bay. It has only 353 calories and 6g fat.

10. Ultimate Chicken Grilled Sandwich

Tangy honey mustard as topping on the grilled chicken, with lettuce, and tomatoes makes this simple yet tasty. With 370 calories and 7g fat, this one is the right choice as a snack.

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