If you don't want to work out at a higher intensity, don't push yourself. Just by making the change from a sedentary lifestyle to a regular program of low-intensity exercise like walking, you can make the most important step for weight control and overall health. Fat in fish and chicken sandwiches varies tremendously, from about 12 to 40 grams. Don't assume that just because a dish is made with fish or poultry, it must be low in fat. For example, a fast food restaurant's breaded fried chicken sandwiches are often 12 or 13 grams higher in fat than their grilled varieties.
Toppings are another major source of fat in fast food items.
By ordering your chicken or fish sandwich without the mayonnaise or tartar sauce topping, you can save 15 to 19 grams of fat. Even if you want a little mayonnaise on your sandwich or sub, it is wise to put it on yourself so that you can control the amount. Only liver and other organ meats contain unusually high levels of cholesterol. A high blood cholesterol level is a known risk factor for heart disease, but it is affected more by the saturated fat in our diet than by cholesterol itself. Meats with similar cholesterol contents may vary widely in fat levels.