Nutritionist Talks About White Rice Making Diet Fail, Myth or Fact?

Dream - Friends of Dream may often hear advice to reduce rice consumption when wanting to slim down the belly. The advice is also often given when hearing someone is on a diet to lose weight.

This assumption arises because consumption of white rice is considered as the cause of weight gain. Besides being able to reduce weight, reducing rice consumption is also claimed to make the body healthier and balance blood sugar levels.

On the other hand, we often see friends or relatives who still consume white rice but their body weight does not change drastically. As a safe type of carbohydrate to consume, many people have an ideal weight and remain healthy even though they regularly consume white rice every day.

Nutritionist, Rachel Olsen, in her Instagram post emphasizes that there is no food that is entirely 'good' or 'bad'.

According to Rachel, everyone should focus on making various foods more nutritious and in accordance with their health goals.

"Actually, there is no food that is exclusively 'good' or 'bad'. Let's start thinking about how each different food can be in line with our own health goals," she said.

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In addition, Rachel also revealed that consuming white rice with vegetables can actually help reduce insulin spikes or blood sugar and make a person feel fuller for longer.

So, you just need to adjust the portion and complement the nutritional value of white rice by adding vegetables and protein. "Always remember to focus on what needs to be added to the food to complement its nutritional value," Rachel concluded.

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5 Complaints that Arise from Excessive White Rice Consumption

Dream - For Indonesian people, rice is a staple food. Friends of Dream may often hear the phrase 'haven't eaten if you haven't consumed rice'.

It feels like the stomach is not satisfied if you don't eat white rice, even though you have eaten bread, pasta, or potatoes. Rice does contain high carbohydrates, so it is a source of energy and makes the stomach feel full.

We need a daily intake of carbohydrates, but make sure not to overdo it. Excessive consumption of white rice can cause several health risks.

Make sure that you consume rice in moderation to avoid the following health problems.

Constipation
Grains in the form of rice that are processed into rice have low fiber content. Low fiber content can hinder the digestion process. Consuming too much rice can trigger severe constipation, especially if not balanced with vegetables and fruits that are high in fiber.

Increased Blood Sugar

White rice has a high glycemic index that can increase the risk of type 2 diabetes. To prevent this risk, consume white rice in moderation or consume whole grains, which are rice that has not undergone processing.

Deposition of Fat in the Stomach
White rice is a processed food that can hinder weight loss. In addition, the low fiber content will make you feel hungry quickly, which can lead to overeating. You can also choose rice that contains more fiber, such as red rice and black rice, to help eliminate fat in the stomach.

Increased Cholesterol Levels

Rice can increase cholesterol or triglyceride levels, so consuming it in large quantities can cause excess sugar in the blood.

Heart Disease
Rice accumulates more arsenic compared to other food crops. High levels of arsenic can increase the risk of heart disease and cancer. In addition, arsenic is toxic to nerves and can affect brain function.

Report: Meisya Harsa Dwipuspita/ Source: Brightside