Nasi Porang Is Suitable For Sahur Because It Makes The Stomach Longer

Illustration of porang rice (Freepik)

Fasting smoothly and remains powerful requires the right diet strategy. One of the main challenges when fasting is to maintain a longer feeling of fullness so that the body remains energetic until the time of breaking the fast.

The choice of a sahur menu rich in fiber and protein can be a solution so that the body is not easily hungry during the day. For this reason, the nutritionist dr. Mulianah Daya, SpGK, recommends porang rice as an alternative to more filling and low-calorie rice.

According to him, the high fiber content in porang rice helps slow down the digestive process, so that the saturation can last longer.

"Porang nuances have high fiber and low calories so they can help maintain a longer feeling of fullness. This can be a good choice for the sahur menu or iftar," said dr. Mulianah at the Daily Meal "Diet Must Be Comfortable" in Jakarta, recently.

To get maximum benefits, he recommends a balanced sahur menu, such as porang rice combined with more green vegetables and animal protein sources such as chicken or fish.

"The combination of porang rice with vegetables and protein will provide a more balanced nutritional intake. Don't be afraid to eat high fiber foods, this is actually good for overall digestion and health," he said.

Apart from porang rice, there are several other alternatives that can also be used as a substitute for white rice, such as cassava rice and corn rice. Both types of rice are also rich in fiber and can help maintain the balance of blood sugar during fasting.

On the other hand, dr. Mulianah reminded that improper selection of food can actually make weight rise during Ramadan. Consumption of high sugar and fried foods in excess can hinder the benefits of fasting for health.

"If the diet is not maintained, such as too much sweet or fried food, fasting that should help the body become healthier can actually cause weight gain," he explained.

For this reason, it is important to plan the sahur menu and break the fast more wisely so that fasting remains smooth, the body remains energetic, and the weight remains under control throughout the month of Ramadan.