Wheat Chicken Shawarma (Istah) (1 Serving)

Choose a lettuce-wrap or shawarma bowl instead of the wheat wrap; keep the chicken and add non-starchy vegetables such as lettuce, cucumber, tomato, cabbage, and pickles.

If you keep the wheat wrap, eat half and save the remainder for later rather than having the full portion at once.

Add a side salad with olive-oil-and-lemon dressing before or alongside the shawarma to slow absorption and increase fullness.

Choose protein-forward, lower-sugar sauces such as tahini, garlic yogurt, or hummus, and limit sweet sauces or sugary drinks.

Avoid adding fries, chips, or dessert to the meal; pair it with water or unsweetened tea instead.

Take a 10–20 minute easy walk shortly after eating to help reduce the post-meal rise.