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Rice, generally consumed as white rice, is high in carbohydrates, has little fiber and very few vitamins. There are three factors that make it bad for those who are trying to lose weight.

• Firstly it has a high Glycemic Index (GI), the higher the number is, easier it is for the body to digest it. Since rice is mostly carbohydrates, it is quickly broken down in glucose and the sudden surge of glucose in the body stimulates the body to release insulin which gives the body instant energy followed by a stage of feeling of hungry again. For those with Diabetes this sudden increase in levels of glucose in the blood is not good. It leads to weight gain as rice does not stay in the stomach for long and leave you feeling hungry again.
• The second factor is that Rice contains more calories 361 calories per 100 grams and the quantity that we Indians prefer (large heaps) makes sure that we consume a high calorie meal.
• The third factor is simply that white rice contains loads of calories and carbohydrates but falls short in fiber and other nutrients that make it more nutritious. So unless we eat the brown rice variety that is high in fiber as well as other nutrients like niacin, thiamin, calcium, potassium and protein, there is not much nutritional value in rice.

These three factors make Rice bad for those who are trying to lose weight and make it a taboo for those with Diabetes.

To know more about rice see Why can’t I have my Rice?

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