Pizza lovers, rejoice! You can still enjoy your favorite slice without compromising your health. Here are six simple tips to make takeout pies healthier without sacrificing taste.

1. Downsize Your Pie

• Choose a medium pizza over a large.
• Saves calories, fat, and sodium slice-by-slice.
• Example: A medium slice of Papa John's cheese pizza has 200 calories, compared to 280 calories for a large slice.

2. Avoid Stuffed Crusts

• Stuffed crusts add extra calories, fat, and sodium.
• Skip options labeled “extra,” “double,” or “triple” cheese to keep your pizza lighter.

3. Opt for Thin Crust

• Thin crust pizzas generally have fewer calories than deep-dish or pan-style.
• Example: At Papa John’s, switching to thin crust saves 70 calories per slice.
• Domino's thin-crust slices save around 60 calories compared to hand-tossed.

4. Load Up on Veggies

• Vegetable toppings are healthier and lower in calories than meat.
• Example: Pizza Hut’s Veggie Lovers thin crust slice has 170 calories, compared to 320 calories for a slice of deep-dish cheese.
• If you need meat, choose chicken or lean ham over sausage or pepperoni.

5. Start With a Salad

• Eating a large mixed salad (around 3 cups) before pizza can help you consume 12% fewer calories, according to research.

6. Skip the Dips

• Dipping sauces are calorie bombs!
• Little Caesars Ranch Dip: 250 calories, 25g fat.
• Domino’s Garlic Dipping Cup: 250 calories, 28g fat.
• Enjoy your pizza as-is and save on unnecessary extras.

Bonus Tip: Balance Your Meal

Pair your pizza with water or a side of veggies to round out your meal and reduce calorie overload.

Enjoy a healthier slice of life!

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