Is Chinese food generally healthier than American food?

Speaking from personal experience, I would say yes. I live in the UK, which is well known for obesity and has a growing obsession with fast food. For the purposes of this question I think it's safe to think of US and UK as interchangeable. read more

Cantonese style Chinese food and Teochew Chinese food are usually relatively healthy because Cantonese style Chinese food and Teochew style Chinese food are lightly spiced, less greasy, and there are more health-friendly cooking methods/techniques used i.e stir frying, steaming, boiling, double boiling, braising, and blanching. read more

Much of what accounts for why Asians are generally more slender and healthier than Americans — who are currently dealing with widespread obesity — lies in the differences in diet. By comparing the eating habits in the U.S and East Asia (mainly China, Taiwan, Korea and Japan), we can understand why and how the typical Asian diet can translate into a healthier lifestyle. read more

Is Chinese Food Healthier Than American Food Compare food in China with food in America Consumption Statistics Breakfast In China the main breakfast foods are rice, bread, vegetable,milk. read more