According to Expert Dietician İpek Ağaca Özger; Contrary to popular belief, rice is a healthy and nutritious food when consumed in a controlled manner.
Expert Dietician İpek Ağaca Özger said the following about rice consumption: “Rice, which we all enjoy consuming, can be consumed by all age groups from children to adults. Rice, which is especially valuable in terms of minerals such as calcium, iron, niacin, phosphorus and potassium, is also very rich in B group vitamins, which are responsible for energy formation. Rice is also a good source of carbohydrates. Considering that 50 percent of our daily energy should be obtained from carbohydrates, rice is a very good source in this respect.
Rice is a food that celiac patients and those with gluten intolerance can easily consume because it does not contain gluten. Although it is known to have a high glycemic index; I would like to point out that it is lower than sugar. When consumed with vegetable dishes and salads, it does not tire blood sugar too much and increases it more slowly. If consumed in appropriate amounts, it can also be consumed in weight loss diets. 3 tablespoons of cooked rice is equivalent to 1 slice of bread.
According to USA Rice data, more than forty thousand varieties of rice can be found around the world.
According to Expert Dietician İpek Ağaca Özger, the 5 important benefits of rice, a source of health and an indispensable part of Turkish cuisine, are as follows:
Power supply
Rice is a rich source of carbohydrates and consists of long carbohydrate chains that take time to dissolve. In this way, the carbohydrates in rice can provide continuous energy. Wild (brown) rice can be beneficial even for diabetics when consumed in appropriate amounts under the supervision of a dietitian.
High Nutritional Value
Both white and brown rice have their own nutritional value. White rice contains high minerals such as calcium and iron, and is also rich in vitamins such as niacin, vitamin D, thiamine and riboflavin. Brown rice is rich in fiber, so it can help improve digestion.
Controls disease formation
Rice is known to control various diseases. Brown rice contains high amounts of neurotransmitters that prevent the formation of Alzheimer's disease. In addition, whether it is white or brown, rice contains antioxidants that can prevent the formation of heart disease and heart attack and protect the heart.
Helps prevent constipation
Rice is very low in sodium, which can help control high blood pressure. Wild rice is an excellent source of healthy fiber, which can help grow beneficial bacteria that improve digestion and help regulate bowel movements.
Gluten free food
Rice does not contain gluten, so it can easily be included in the diet of those suffering from celiac disease and those allergic to proteins found in wheat, barley, rye and oats.”
