You may not realize it, but Thai street food tends to be loaded with salt, sugar and fat.
As delicious as it may be, it is not healthy to eat Thai Street Food everyday.
- High in oil and sugar: Many Thai dishes are cooked in oil and contain high amounts of sugar in the sauces, which can contribute to weight gain and other health problems like diabetes.
- Use of MSG: Some vendors may use MSG (monosodium glutamate) to enhance flavor, which can be harmful in large quantities.
- Hygiene concerns: Street food vendors may not always have the best hygiene practices, which can increase the risk of foodborne illness. Vendors wash dishes with dirty water and all kinds of un-hygienic practices.
- Deep-frying: Many popular street food options, like spring rolls and fried chicken, are deep-fried, which adds a lot of unhealthy fats. The oil is usually very poor quality, high in carcinogens.
Refined white rice is low in nutrients and has a high glycemic index. Not good to eat white rice everyday.
While you may not feel it not, once you age and your body will suffer from the over-indulgence of Thai street food over the years.
Sugar, gluton, carcinogenic oils, will all cause health problems as you age.
Best options are to eat fresh, with steamed vegetables and seafoods.