Eating Rice Better Morning, Afternoon Or Night To Stay Healthy?

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JAKARTA - Nasi has become a part of the life of most Indonesians. From breakfast to dinner, rice is always on the dining table. But have you ever thought, when is the best time to eat rice? Is it morning, afternoon, or evening?

The answer turns out to be different, depending on metabolism, dietary goals, and lifestyles of each person. Reporting from the Onlymyhealth.com page,ria Singh, nutritionist from ShardaCare - Health City, India explained how the time to eat rice can affect health.

Eating Rice In The Morning Or During The Day

According to God willing, people with an active lifestyle will benefit more if they eat rice in the morning or during the day. The reason is:

- Faster Energy To Use

Rice is a source of high carbohydrates that provides fast energy. If you eat it at breakfast or lunch, the energy from the rice will be easier for the body to use and prevent weakness.

- Helping Implementation

Body metabolism tends to be more active during the day, so carbohydrates are easier to digest and process. It also makes the risk of accretion of fat lower.

- Reduces Midnight Ngemil

Eating rice with a balanced portion in the morning or afternoon can make you full longer and reduce your desire to snack at midnight.

Eating Rice At Night

Many people avoid rice at night because they are afraid of gaining weight or slowing metabolism. According totipel, eating rice at night is actually fine as long as the portion is right. Here's what needs to be considered:

- Main Key Portion

If you eat too much rice at night, especially white rice, the incoming calories can be excessive. It is better to eat sufficiently and combine it with protein and high fiber vegetables.

- Choose a Healthier Type of Rice

Try replacing white rice with brown rice, brown rice, or quinoa. This choice has a lower glycemic index so that blood sugar is more stable.

- Pay Attention to Activities Before Sleep

If lifestyles tend to be consistent (sit a lot) or eat rice just before bed, excess carbohydrates can accumulate and have the potential to become fat.