Doctor of Naturopathy & Natural Medicines, Certified Diabetic Educator, Diploma in Nutrition & Health Education (DNHE), Certificate in food Nutrition (CFN), Bachelor of Education, Bachelor of Arts (Physical Education)
Dietitian/Nutritionist, Agra
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Which of these health benefits does rice offer you?
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Brown rice and various species of wild rice help in the growth and functioning of your neurotransmitters, thus preventing dementia and curbing Alzheimer's disease. Contrary to popular belief, rice is not only cholesterol free but also doesn't have any of the harmful fat or sodium that it has long been associated with. In fact, rice bran oil has antioxidant properties that promote your cardiovascular health by lowering your cholesterol level.
Which of these health benefits do chapattis offer you?
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The soluble fibers in roti helps in digestion which makes them a very healthy Indian dish. Rotis made from wheat are very healthy, but you should avoid eating rotis made from "bajra" on a regular basis and especially during summers, since they can make you dehydrated. Another important reason why you should include them in your diet is because the vitamin E and selenium in chapattis help lower chances of cancer.
You should not consume rice at night because it can make you fat
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Rice and wheat are high carb foods, which on digestion converts into glucose. These foods should be eaten at night so that after digestion (it takes about two hours to digest), the glucose converts into energy. On the contrary, these foods should be avoided during the day when the glucose absorbed into your blood gets converted into fats.
Rice doesn't contain any protein
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Sure, rice is rich in carbohydrates, but protein is the next most abundant nutrient found in rice. In fact, most modern research reveals that rice protein is the most superior quality protein as compared to other grains.
Chapattis can help in controlling diabetes
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Chapattis are rich in carbohydrates and excess intake of chapattis can boost your blood sugar levels. Increased blood sugar levels lead to diabetes. Consuming a large number of chapattis on a regular basis can put you at the risk of other diseases as well such as hypertension and cancer.
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