The healthiness of Chow mein is a topic up for discussion by many doctors. While it is an enjoyable meal, it is delicious in its flavors. It has some issues, the fried rice and noodles that go into stir-fried food is delicious, but they also contain a lot of oil which can exacerbate cholesterol levels. Oily foods like this often produce a lot more stomach acid which can cause bloating as well as headaches which are caused by MSG in the food.
There is also something to say for hypertension too, which is caused by blood pressure rising and is caused by the high amount of salt found in Chinese dishes such as chow mein. And to top it off, rice and noodles are very rich in carbs. These carbs are broken down by the body very fast to generate energy and therefore do not keep you feeling full for ages. As a result you may find yourself feeling hungry again not long after, and you may eat more.