How to Eat Rice for Weight Loss
While rice alone won't cause weight loss, the type of rice you eat determines how your body uses it for energy. Whole-grain rice is a complex carbohydrate that satiates you more than white rice, as your body takes longer to digest whole-grain rice and creates a feeling of fullness. White rice is a refined carbohydrate, which your body burns off quickly and uses for energy. When buying rice, check the ingredients listing, as many products that contain brown rice may not be healthy if they contain bleached flour.
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Replace white rice with whole-grain rice. Check the back of the rice package to ensure the rice contains nutrients such as fiber, which is commonly found in whole-grain products.
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Include six to 11 servings of rice in your daily calorie consumption; 1/2 cup of rice is equal to one serving.
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Add olive oil and herbs to season your rice. Herbs do not contain sodium, and olive oil is a monounsaturated fatty acid -- the preferred type of fat source. Avoid butter, sauces, or margarine, as they often contain saturated fat and preservatives that contribute to weight gain.
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Exercise daily. Twenty to 30 minutes of cardiovascular exercise maintains a healthy heart rate and contributes to weight loss when done daily. Cardio activity includes brisk walking, jogging, running, swimming and aerobic exercises.
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References
- Photo Credit Samp with beans and brown rice with wild rice image by Elzbieta Sekowska from Fotolia.com
