Yes Blotting the Pizza and Pakodas on a napkin lessens calories.

What the Yuck: Does blotting pizza save calories?
**Q: **How many calories do you save blotting pizza with a napkin?
You are probably cutting 20 to 50 calories a piece - not a whole lot, but I guess if you have a couple of slices, it adds up. So if it makes you feel better, go for it.
Other ways to skinny up your pie: Ask the pizza guy to cut it into 10 or even 12 slices (each piece will have fewer calories and less fat), and start with a salad so you aren't famished by the time you open up that box. Also, order whole wheat or thin crust, avoid fatty toppings like sausage or pepperoni, and go for veggies like peppers or mushrooms instead. And, of course, if you skip the cheese, you'll cut out a whole lot of calories and saturated fat.
But call me old-fashioned: It's just not pizza without any cheese.
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