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Two nutritionists share what they think the healthiest item to order on the menu is at In-N-Out.Both agree that the Protein Style Burger on the chain\u2019s Not So Secret Menu is the best option.The burger swaps the bun for lettuce and is a good source of protein, fat, and fiber.<\/p>\n
In-N-Out<\/a> is a West Coast institution. Not only do regular folks love feasting on an Animal Style burger and shake, but celebrities also frequently wax poetic<\/a> about the fast food chain. In fact, it\u2019s become a regular post-Oscars<\/a> stop for plenty of stars. And while In-N-Out might not be top of mind when it comes to healthy eating, there are still ways to make your order a little more balanced.<\/p>\n Take their Protein Style Burger, for example. An option that appears on the chain\u2019s Not So Secret Menu skips the bun and wraps the burger in lettuce instead.<\/p>\n \u201cThis option may benefit people who are cutting back on calories or being more mindful of refined carbohydrates,\u201d explains nutritionist Jessica Clancy-Strawn, M.A., R.D.N<\/a>.<\/p>\n Swapping the bun for lettuce reduces the meal by roughly 150 calories and 29 grams of carbs compared to other burger options. Clancy-Strawn also notes that ditching the bun can help reduce the glycemic load and support a steadier blood glucose response.<\/p>\n