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Is shrimp pad thai healthy?

Shrimp pad thai costs about $4.53 a serving to make at home at typical US grocery prices. Going by its main ingredients, it's a good fit for lower LDL cholesterol, steadier blood sugar, weight loss and more protein.

By health goal

Lower LDL cholesterol
Good fit
For lower LDL cholesterol, cashews in shrimp pad thai help, and nothing in it works against that goal.
Steadier blood sugar
Good fit
For steadier blood sugar, shrimp and eggs in shrimp pad thai help, and nothing in it works against that goal.
Lower blood pressure
Watch the sauce
Nothing in the main ingredients works against lower blood pressure, and cashews help. Most of the salt in dishes like this comes from the sauce, so go light on soy sauce or use a low-sodium one.
Weight loss
Good fit
For weight loss, shrimp and eggs in shrimp pad thai help, and nothing in it works against that goal.
More protein
Good fit
For more protein, shrimp, eggs and cashews in shrimp pad thai help, and nothing in it works against that goal.

For LDL cholesterol, with sources

2 of 5
LDL habits in this dish
Soluble fiber (oats, barley, beans, eggplant, okra, fruit)
Fish, ideally oily (salmon, mackerel, sardines)
Soy or beans in place of some meat
✓
Nuts, seeds, olive oil or avocado
✓
Little fatty meat, cream, butter or cheese
Helps your LDL
cashews
Nuts and seeds: healthy fats.
Mayo Clinic

What goes in (per portion)

shrimp
¼ lb
rice noodles
¼ lb
eggs
1
green onion
¼ bunch
lime
½
cashews
0 lb

Questions

Is shrimp pad thai healthy?

Shrimp pad thai costs about $4.53 a serving to make at home at typical US grocery prices. Going by its main ingredients, it's a good fit for lower LDL cholesterol, steadier blood sugar, weight loss and more protein.

Is shrimp pad thai good for high cholesterol?

Yes, going by its main ingredients. For lower LDL cholesterol, cashews in shrimp pad thai help, and nothing in it works against that goal.

Is shrimp pad thai OK for blood sugar or diabetes?

Yes, going by its main ingredients. For steadier blood sugar, shrimp and eggs in shrimp pad thai help, and nothing in it works against that goal.

Is shrimp pad thai OK for high blood pressure?

Mostly, depending on the sauce. Nothing in the main ingredients works against lower blood pressure, and cashews help. Most of the salt in dishes like this comes from the sauce, so go light on soy sauce or use a low-sodium one.

Is shrimp pad thai good for weight loss?

Yes, going by its main ingredients. For weight loss, shrimp and eggs in shrimp pad thai help, and nothing in it works against that goal.

Is shrimp pad thai high in protein?

Yes, going by its main ingredients. For more protein, shrimp, eggs and cashews in shrimp pad thai help, and nothing in it works against that goal.

How much does shrimp pad thai cost to make at home?

About $4.53 a serving, or $18.11 for four servings, at typical US grocery prices, with pantry staples like soy sauce and oil counted at $0.40 a serving.

How can I make shrimp pad thai healthier?

It's already in good shape. Serve it with a vegetable side, like spinach or broccoli, and brown rice if you want more fiber.

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General nutrition information, not medical advice, based on each dish's main ingredients as we cook it; sauces and salt vary by recipe. Prices are typical US grocery prices and vary by store.
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