At Aladdin Cafe, we love a good meal and enjoy seeing others savoring Middle Eastern food and vegan food. We also understand the benefits of eating healthy.

Managing a healthy diet isn’t about limiting food or staying thin. It’s balancing that pizza with foods that maximize energy, improve mood and minimize health risk. What we eat has a significant influence on not just our physical but our emotional and mental well being.

Healthy choices doesn’t necessarily mean giving up foods. It means being aware of what goes in our bodies. We know it’s not as easy as it sounds. We love to eat as much as the next guy. But we also think about healthy eating, such as adding one salad a day to our diet. You’ll find once you get in the habit of making healthy choices, you’ll see the results and be more conscious of making healthy choices.

Here are a few tips to help with that.

Get in the habit of reading labels. Manufacturers know most consumers don’t. Consumers have no idea of the huge amounts of sugar and unhealthy fats these companies put into packaged foods.
Eat more foods with fewer trans fats. It doesn’t always have to be fried chicken. From time to time, go with grilled fish seasoned to taste. Be aware of the refined carbs you ingest. These are infamous contributors to risks like heart disease and so many of us consume them beyond healthy boundaries.

We spend too much time concerned with calories, obsessively counting them to the decimal point so that we can eat a donut. We’ve come to believe that’s healthy, when truthfully, denying ourselves regular portions of food isn’t always the best option if you haven’t been advised by a doctor. Instead of counting calories, simply make healthier choices. Look at foods in terms of variety, freshness and color. Avoid processed and packaged foods.
This cannot be stressed enough: drink water. Water is natural and flushes the system of all the toxins and waste that otherwise gestate. Low energy, headaches and consistent lethargy can be symptoms of dehydration. On top of this, many people often see thirst as hunger and end up eating unnecessarily. If you find yourself hungry — especially if you’ve eaten within the last two hours — drink a glass of water and see if the desire passes.

Be aware of your mood after you eat. Consumption of junk food might feel satisfying, but it can drain you of energy and make you uncomfortable and nauseous. Healthy foods won’t do this. Aladdin Cafe is all about healthy, fresh and premium quality meals. Whenever you eat with us, you make a healthy choice.

A diet filled with Middle Eastern food, similar to a Mediterranean diet, incorporates the flavorful foods of the countries around the Mediterranean Sea. This food is conducive with a health diet, as it keeps the body healthy by being heart healthy and staving off many chronic diseases.

Middle Eastern food emphasizes the use of fish, olive oil, whole grains, legumes, and vegetables. Vegetarian food is often enjoyed, as it is heart healthy and strong flavors can be showcased. Because cholesterol and saturated fat are only found in foods that are animal-based, Eating vegetarian or vegan food is very health-conscious. Heart-healthy fats, such as omega-3 fatty acids in fish and olive oil are healthy sources of fats.

For example, Tabouleh is a superfood that incorporates healthy olive oil with a refreshing mix of bulgur wheat, fresh onions and tomatoes, mint, lemon, and salt. This is a perfect dish for corporate catering as it is a crowd pleaser that can easily go along with any entree meal.

Baba Ghanouj is also great for catering, as its light and fresh consistency pairs well with wood-fired pita bread. Baba Ghanouj is a fresh blend of baked eggplant, fresh garlic, tahini, and lemon. Eggplant is especially good for your health, as it is a great source of dietary fiber, copper, and vitamin B1. It also has manganese, niacin, vitamin B6, potassium, vitamin K, and folate. Its phytonutrients include nasunin and chlorogenic acid, which are vital to overall health.

Following a Middle Eastern diet is also beneficial to brain health, cognitive function, and overall mortality. Studies have shown a Middle Eastern diet has been able to have an effect on the prevention of Parkinson’s, heart disease, and Alzheimer’s in 1.5 million people. For lunch, you might enjoy an Aladdin Mediterranean Chicken Salad with homemade lemon and olive oil dressing, with a wood fired pita on the side. For dinner, try some falafels, which is a vegetarian delight, and a Koufta Kabob to add some additional protein to your day.

There are many varieties of food available to help you stay healthy while eating Middle Eastern food. The options are endless for your taste and the taste of others. If you are putting on a corporate catering event, impress your guests by including a healthy menu for them to enjoy that will keep them energized throughout the day. Encouraging your guests to eat healthy vegetarian and vegan foods is a great way to have them experience new flavors that they will want to go back for more.

Due to exponentially increasing rates of heart disease and obesity, more and more people are becoming health-conscious in an effort to increase the quality and length of their lives. Many people jump on the bandwagon of extreme or crash dieting, believing that it will help them achieve favorable results faster. However, this type of dieting is not sustainable over a long period of time, and most people become “yo-yo” dieters, losing and gaining weight quickly and wreaking havoc on their health

The most effective path to long-term health is a true lifestyle overhaul. By incorporating moderate and sustainable changes, you can maintain a healthy diet and enjoy long-term health. One of the most popular and effective ways to achieve this is to incorporate a traditional Mediterranean diet.

What is the Mediterranean Diet?
Contrary to what many people believe, a true Mediterranean diet is not the pasta-heavy diet that many of us associate with Mediterranean food. A true Mediterranean diet revolves heavily around fresh fruits and vegetables, beans and legumes, seafood and poultry, dairy, and nuts. Pastas are typically included as small side dishes rather than the base of a meal, and pizzas are thin crusted and topped with lots of fresh vegetables rather than cured meats.

Aladdin Cafe

Aladdin Cafe incorporates the best of Mediterranean cuisine with a menu that is both healthy and flavorful. With dishes ranging from wood-fired pizzas, fresh Greek-style salads, and healthy sandwiches, Aladdin Cafe has something for every appetite. All dishes are prepared fresh with only the best quality ingredients, using healthy Mediterranean staples like olive oil, fresh vegetables, and seafood.

Vegetarian Dishes
A variety of vegetarian-friendly dishes are available. One favorite is Jasmin’s Vegetarian Pizza, which is topped with assorted grilled vegetables, roasted peppers, fresh tomatoes, and mozzarella cheese. Basil and thyme finish it off for a delicious, Mediterranean-inspired flavor.
Or opt for the falafel sandwich. Ground chickpeas and spices are combined into round falafel balls, topped with lettuce and tomatoes, and wrapped in a fresh pita for a savory and filling vegetarian meal.
For a substantial portion of fresh vegetarian ingredients, the Vegetarian Meza Platter incorporates a little of everything into one satisfying meal. Served alongside a roll of fresh pita bread and a side of tahini dressing, enjoy a platter of traditional Mediterranean foods like tabouleh, fattoush, and falafel. This dish gives you a taste of everything and is substantial enough for sharing.

Enjoy the Taste of the Mediterranean at Aladdin Cafe

With something for everybody, Aladdin Cafe proves that healthy food can be truly satisfying and delicious. Incorporate a bit of the Mediterranean into your diet and enjoy improved health and wellness without sacrificing taste.