{"id":45474,"date":"2022-08-05T02:07:39","date_gmt":"2022-08-05T02:07:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=45474"},"modified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","slug":"ramen-diet","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ramen-diet\/","title":{"rendered":"Ramen Diet: Can You Lose Weight By Eating Ramen?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ramen-diet\/#Get_your_personalized\" >Get your personalized<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ramen-diet\/#Is_Instant_Ramen_Good_For_Weight_Loss\" >Is Instant Ramen Good For Weight Loss?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ramen-diet\/#1_Ramen_Noodles_Are_High_In_Calories\" >1. Ramen Noodles Are High In Calories<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ramen-diet\/#2_Ramen_Noodles_Are_High_In_Fat\" >2. Ramen Noodles Are High In Fat<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ramen-diet\/#3_Ramen_Noodles_Are_High_In_Sodium\" >3. Ramen Noodles Are High In Sodium<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ramen-diet\/#4_Ramen_Noodles_Are_High_In_Simple_Carbs\" >4. Ramen Noodles Are High In Simple Carbs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ramen-diet\/#5_Ramen_Noodles_Lack_Fiber_And_Protein\" >5. Ramen Noodles Lack Fiber And Protein<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ramen-diet\/#6_Ramen_Noodles_May_Contain_Unhealthy_Additives\" >6. Ramen Noodles May Contain Unhealthy Additives<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ramen-diet\/#7_Ramen_Noodles_Are_Often_Eaten_In_Unhealthy_Ways\" >7. Ramen Noodles Are Often Eaten In Unhealthy Ways<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ramen-diet\/#How_To_Make_Ramen_Noodles_Healthier\" >How To Make Ramen Noodles Healthier<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ramen-diet\/#1_Use_Whole_Wheat_Noodles\" >1. Use Whole Wheat Noodles<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ramen-diet\/#2_Limit_The_Packets_Of_Seasoning\" >2. Limit The Packets Of Seasoning<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ramen-diet\/#3_Add_Vegetables\" >3. Add Vegetables<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ramen-diet\/#4_Make_Your_Own_Broth\" >4. Make Your Own Broth<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ramen-diet\/#5_Avoid_The_Deep-Fried_Noodles\" >5. Avoid The Deep-Fried Noodles<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ramen-diet\/#6_Watch_Your_Portions\" >6. Watch Your Portions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ramen-diet\/#7_Choose_Healthy_Toppings\" >7. Choose Healthy Toppings<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ramen-diet\/#8_Drink_Plenty_Of_Water\" >8. Drink Plenty Of Water<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ramen-diet\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ramen is a type of Japanese noodle dish that is traditionally made with wheat noodles and broth. It can also be made with rice noodles and is commonly served with a variety of toppings, such as vegetables, meat, or fish.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instant ramen is the cheaper, mass-produced version of this dish that is typically sold in packages and only requires the addition of water to prepare. So when you&#8217;re pressed for time and money, it may be the first thing that comes to mind as a quick and easy meal.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But if you&#8217;re also trying to lose weight, you might wonder if eating ramen will help or hinder your efforts. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This article provides an evidence-based answer to the question, &#8220;Can you lose weight by eating ramen?&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\n\n    <section class=\"ad-single-wrapper\">\n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-title-wrapper\">\n            <h3 class=\"ad-single-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_your_personalized\"><\/span>Get your personalized<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n            <span class=\"ad-single-sub-title color-green\">\n                <svg class=\"icon-sparkle\" width=\"36\" height=\"21\" viewBox=\"0 0 36 21\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n                    <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\"\n                          d=\"M34.6837 0.515943C34.8247 0.835947 34.9421 1.16291 34.9891 1.48987C35.1417 2.64466 35.3179 6.51949 35.2592 7.29863C35.2592 7.53515 35.1887 7.7995 35.0243 8.01516C34.7307 8.39777 33.9791 8.4256 33.5681 8.07081C33.4154 7.94559 33.3215 7.77863 33.2745 7.61863C33.1453 7.15254 33.0396 6.68645 32.9809 6.22035C32.8165 4.81512 32.6638 3.40293 32.5581 1.9977C32.5229 1.53161 32.6051 1.05856 32.6991 0.592466C32.7695 0.244637 33.251 -0.0197144 33.6973 0.00115537C34.2257 0.0289818 34.5546 0.230723 34.6837 0.515943ZM18.6184 9.78225C18.5734 9.67557 18.5344 9.57528 18.4971 9.47956C18.4178 9.27568 18.3465 9.09257 18.2426 8.91267C16.7159 6.24133 14.2615 3.86217 11.4665 1.60128C11.1377 1.33693 10.7267 1.08649 10.2687 0.919531C10.0221 0.829095 9.52885 0.843009 9.247 0.933445C9.03562 1.00301 8.88295 1.27432 8.92992 1.42736C9.01213 1.71954 9.18828 2.01868 9.4349 2.28303C11.0555 4.02913 12.6879 5.76829 14.3437 7.50048C14.8308 8.0068 15.3395 8.50887 15.8473 9.01L15.8473 9.01001C15.9883 9.14921 16.1293 9.28833 16.2697 9.42746C16.4811 9.64311 16.7159 9.85181 16.9626 10.0466C17.2327 10.2692 17.6437 10.4014 18.0547 10.2553C18.0691 10.2501 18.0836 10.245 18.0981 10.2399C18.1097 10.2358 18.1213 10.2318 18.1329 10.2278C18.3785 10.1424 18.6184 10.0589 18.6184 9.78225ZM1.98942 20.1407C2.17783 20.1221 2.37674 20.105 2.58175 20.0875C2.99012 20.0525 3.42272 20.0154 3.84492 19.9598C6.34632 19.6259 8.84771 19.292 11.3374 18.9442C11.8776 18.8676 12.406 18.7355 12.8875 18.5824C13.5334 18.3807 13.7566 18.0954 13.6509 17.7824C13.5452 17.4694 13.1224 17.2746 12.3826 17.2676C11.8776 17.2607 11.3374 17.2676 10.8559 17.3372C7.69683 17.8102 4.5378 18.2972 1.3905 18.7911C1.03819 18.8468 0.674137 18.9442 0.404034 19.0833C-0.2771 19.4242 -0.065712 19.9598 0.803314 20.092C1.01858 20.1228 1.25262 20.1258 1.51135 20.1291C1.66195 20.131 1.82092 20.133 1.98942 20.1407Z\"\n                          fill=\"#17B991\"\/>\n                <\/svg>\n               meal plan!\n            <\/span>\n        <\/div>\n    \n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-desc-wrapper\">\n            <p class=\"ad-single-desc\">What's your main health goal?<\/p>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Ramen_Diet\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Lose weight<\/a>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Ramen_Diet\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Feel great<\/a>\n        <\/div>\n        <img class=\"ad-single-img\" alt=\"health-food\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"395\" height=\"383\" src=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/gridlove-child\/assets\/img\/ad\/health-food.webp\">\n    <\/section>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Instant_Ramen_Good_For_Weight_Loss\"><\/span><strong>Is Instant Ramen Good For Weight Loss?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While instant ramen may be an affordable and easy <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/resistant-starches-list\/\">meal option<\/a>, it is not the best choice if you&#8217;re trying to lose weight. This is because it is high in calories, fat, sodium, and carbs, and it is lacking in fiber and protein.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Below are all the reasons why eating ramen noodles is not conducive to <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/primal-diet-meal-plan\/\">weight loss<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Ramen_Noodles_Are_High_In_Calories\"><\/span><strong>1. Ramen Noodles Are High In Calories<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A single package of ramen noodles contains about 384 calories (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nutritionix.com\/food\/ramen-noodle\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). And when you add in the sodium-rich seasoning packet and any additional toppings, the calorie count goes up even more.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re trying to lose weight, you need to be in a calorie deficit, which means eating fewer calories than you burn. And when most of those calories come from ramen noodles, it&#8217;s going to be very difficult to create a calorie deficit and lose weight while getting the nutrients you need.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Ramen_Noodles_Are_High_In_Fat\"><\/span><strong>2. Ramen Noodles Are High In Fat<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fat is good for you when it comes from <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/cico-diet\/\">healthy sources<\/a> like avocados and olive oil, but the fat in ramen noodles is not the healthy kind. In fact, a single package of ramen noodles contains about 15 grams of fat, nearly half of which is from unhealthy saturated fats (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nutritionix.com\/food\/ramen-noodle\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Saturated fats can contribute to increased LDL (&#8220;bad&#8221;) cholesterol levels which in turn increase the risk for heart disease (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4856550\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). So if you&#8217;re trying to lose weight and improve your health, it&#8217;s best to avoid foods that are high in saturated fat like ramen noodles.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Ramen_Noodles_Are_High_In_Sodium\"><\/span><strong>3. Ramen Noodles Are High In Sodium<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A high-sodium diet can contribute to a variety of health problems like high blood pressure, which increases the risk for stroke and heart disease (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4089690\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). And a single package of ramen noodles contains about 1\/3 of the daily recommended intake for sodium.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eating too much sodium can also contribute to water retention, which can make you feel bloated and heavier than you actually are (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5409798\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Ramen_Noodles_Are_High_In_Simple_Carbs\"><\/span><strong>4. Ramen Noodles Are High In Simple Carbs<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Simple carbs have a bad rap in weight loss circles for several reasons; they can cause quicker spikes in blood sugar\/energy levels, they&#8217;re often high in calories, and they&#8217;re not very filling (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hsph.harvard.edu\/nutritionsource\/carbohydrates\/carbohydrates-and-blood-sugar\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Eating them can trigger cravings for more simple carbs and make it hard to stick to your weight loss goals.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some brands of ramen noodles do contain complex carbs like whole wheat, but most instant varieties are made with simple carbs like enriched white flour. This means that they won&#8217;t do you any favors when it comes to weight loss.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Ramen_Diet\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-42110 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5808-1024x576.png\" alt=\"ramen diet\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5808.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5808-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5808.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5808-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5808.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Ramen_Noodles_Lack_Fiber_And_Protein\"><\/span><strong>5. Ramen Noodles Lack Fiber And Protein<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ramen noodles are very low in <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/one-meal-a-day-diet\/\">fiber and protein<\/a>, two nutrients that are essential for weight loss. Fiber helps you feel full after eating so that you&#8217;re less likely to overeat, and protein helps build muscle mass, which burns more calories than fat (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nature.com\/articles\/s41430-018-0295-7\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/2072-6643\/11\/5\/1136\/htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A lack of fiber and protein can also lead to faster spikes and dips in blood sugar levels, which as we mentioned before, might trigger cravings for more simple carbs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/kimchi-diet\/\">Kimchi Diet: Health &amp; Weight Loss Benefits And Risks<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Ramen_Noodles_May_Contain_Unhealthy_Additives\"><\/span><strong>6. Ramen Noodles May Contain Unhealthy Additives<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to being high in calories, fat, sodium, and carbs, ramen noodles may also contain unhealthy additives.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One such additive is Tertiary-butylhydroquinone (TBHQ), which is a preservative that can be harmful in large amounts over a long period of time (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S2214750022001111\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Research into the effects of TBHQ is limited, but it has been linked to stomach issues like nausea and vomiting (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/journals.sagepub.com\/doi\/pdf\/10.3109\/10915818609141915\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). However the doses that might be harmful are much higher than anyone would get from eating ramen or other foods. TBHQ is safe to consume in the amounts allowed in foods by food safety authorities.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another additive that may be present in ramen noodles is msg (monosodium glutamate). Some people are sensitive to msg and may experience symptoms like headaches, sweating, and chest pain after eating it (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6952072\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This additive is linked to &#8220;Chinese restaurant syndrome,&#8221; although the jury is still out on whether or not it actually causes these symptoms (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5278591\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Ramen_Noodles_Are_Often_Eaten_In_Unhealthy_Ways\"><\/span><strong>7. Ramen Noodles Are Often Eaten In Unhealthy Ways<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ramen noodles are often consumed as part of an unhealthy <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/banting-diet\/\">diet<\/a>. For example, they&#8217;re often eaten as a late-night snack or as a meal replacement when someone is trying to save money.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eating ramen noodles as a late-night snack can lead to weight gain because it&#8217;s easy to overeat when you&#8217;re tired (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/2072-6643\/7\/4\/2648\/htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). And eating them as a meal replacement can also backfire because they don&#8217;t contain the nutrients that your body needs to function properly.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Ramen_Diet\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-42109 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5807.png\" alt=\"BetterMe\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5807.png 960w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5807-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5807.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Make_Ramen_Noodles_Healthier\"><\/span><strong>How To Make Ramen Noodles Healthier<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As part of a healthy diet, ramen noodles can be an occasional indulgence. But if you&#8217;re trying to lose weight, there are a few things you can do to make them healthier.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Use_Whole_Wheat_Noodles\"><\/span><strong>1. Use Whole Wheat Noodles<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If possible, choose whole wheat noodles over white noodles. Whole wheat noodles have more fiber, which can help you feel full and may aid in weight loss (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/academic.oup.com\/jn\/article\/149\/10\/1742\/5512578\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Limit_The_Packets_Of_Seasoning\"><\/span><strong>2. Limit The Packets Of Seasoning<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Each packet of ramen seasoning is high in sodium and <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/grain-free-diet\/\">calories<\/a>. If you&#8217;re trying to lose weight, it&#8217;s best to limit the packets or find a low-sodium alternative.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Low-sodium soy sauce, low-sodium broth, and spices like ginger, garlic, and onion can all add flavor to your ramen without the extra sodium.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>BetterMe app is a foolproof way to go from zero to a weight loss hero in a safe and sustainable way! What are you waiting for? <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Ramen_Diet\">Start transforming your body now<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Add_Vegetables\"><\/span><strong>3. Add Vegetables<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ramen noodles are often lacking in <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/sirtfood-diet\/\">nutrients<\/a>, so it&#8217;s important to add some veggies to your bowl. Broccoli, carrots, peas, and spinach are all good choices. You can also add protein-rich toppings like eggs or tofu.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Make_Your_Own_Broth\"><\/span><strong>4. Make Your Own Broth<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Traditional Japanese ramen has one of four types of broth; shio (salt), shoyu (soy sauce), miso (fermented soybean paste), or tonkotsu (pork marrow) (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bokksu.com\/blogs\/news\/four-main-types-of-ramen\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). The problem with these broth types is that they are all high in sodium.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Making your own broth at home is a much healthier alternative. You can use chicken, beef, or vegetable broth as a base and add your own seasonings. This will help you control the sodium content and make a healthier soup.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Miso, a fermented soybean paste, is a popular flavoring for ramen. It&#8217;s also a good source of protein, vitamins, and minerals. If you&#8217;re trying to lose weight, choose a light miso or make your own with less salt.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Ramen_Diet\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-42111 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5812-1024x576.png\" alt=\"ramen diet\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5812.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5812-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5812.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5812-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5812.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Avoid_The_Deep-Fried_Noodles\"><\/span><strong>5. Avoid The Deep-Fried Noodles<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some varieties of ramen noodles are deep-fried, which makes them high in calories and unhealthy. If you&#8217;re trying to lose weight, avoid these noodles and choose a <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/sonoma-diet-recipe\/\">healthier option<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Watch_Your_Portions\"><\/span><strong>6. Watch Your Portions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ramen noodles are small, so it&#8217;s easy to eat too many of them. If you&#8217;re trying to lose weight, be mindful of your portion size and limit yourself to one or two servings.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Choose_Healthy_Toppings\"><\/span><strong>7. Choose Healthy Toppings<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ramen is often topped with things like pork, eggs, and cheese, which can add calories and fat to your meal. If you&#8217;re trying to lose weight, choose healthy toppings like vegetables, tofu, or lean meat. You can also skip the toppings altogether and enjoy a simple bowl of noodles.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Drink_Plenty_Of_Water\"><\/span><strong>8. Drink Plenty Of Water<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ramen noodles are high in sodium, which can cause you to retain water. If you&#8217;re trying to lose weight, be sure to drink plenty of water throughout the day to stay hydrated and help your body flush out the excess sodium (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC2929932\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/carnivore-diet\/\">Carnivore Diet: Is This Meat-Based Diet Healthy Or Extreme?<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><strong>The Bottom Line<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ramen noodles are a quick and easy meal, but they&#8217;re not the healthiest option. If you&#8217;re trying to lose weight, there are a few things you can do to make them healthier.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose whole wheat noodles, limit the packets of seasoning, add vegetables, make your own broth, avoid deep-fried noodles, watch your portions, and choose healthy toppings. Drinking plenty of water is also important.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By making a few simple changes, you can enjoy ramen as part of a healthy diet. Just be sure to limit your intake and make healthier choices when possible.<\/span><\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Ramen_Diet\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ramen is a type of Japanese noodle dish that is traditionally made with wheat noodles and broth. It can also be made with rice noodles and is commonly served with a variety of toppings, such as vegetables, meat, or fish.\u00a0Instant ramen is the cheaper, mass-produced version of this dish that is typically sold in packages [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":37,"featured_media":45475,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[67],"tags":[],"coauthors":[117,87],"class_list":["post-45474","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-diets"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v20.2.1 (Yoast SEO v25.4) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Ramen Diet: Can You Lose Weight By Eating Ramen? - BetterMe<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"The \u2605 RAMEN DIET \u27a4 is a fad diet that suggests you can lose weight by eating ramen noodles. 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It can also be made with rice noodles and is commonly served with a variety of toppings, such as vegetables, meat, or fish.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instant ramen is the cheaper, mass-produced version of this dish that is typically sold in packages and only requires the addition of water to prepare. So when you're pressed for time and money, it may be the first thing that comes to mind as a quick and easy meal.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But if you're also trying to lose weight, you might wonder if eating ramen will help or hinder your efforts. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This article provides an evidence-based answer to the question, \"Can you lose weight by eating ramen?\"<\/span>\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Is Instant Ramen Good For Weight Loss?<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While instant ramen may be an affordable and easy <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/resistant-starches-list\/\">meal option<\/a>, it is not the best choice if you're trying to lose weight. This is because it is high in calories, fat, sodium, and carbs, and it is lacking in fiber and protein.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Below are all the reasons why eating ramen noodles is not conducive to <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/primal-diet-meal-plan\/\">weight loss<\/a>.<\/span>\r\n<h3><strong>1. Ramen Noodles Are High In Calories<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A single package of ramen noodles contains about 384 calories (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nutritionix.com\/food\/ramen-noodle\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). 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