Best Time To Eat Rice: Let us know from the experts what is the best time to eat rice, at what time should one avoid eating rice and what things are important to keep in mind before eating rice.

What is the best time to eat rice, let's know-

Right Time to Eat Rice: Rice is an important part of the food plate of us Indians. Rice is cooked and eaten almost every day in every Indian household. But when it comes to health, many questions related to rice bother people. One of the most common questions among these is whether rice should be eaten at night?

Many people believe that eating rice at night increases weight, causes problems in digestion and can also affect sleep. In such a situation, let us know from the experts whether there is any truth in these things? Also, we will know what is the best time to eat rice.

What do the experts say?

Famous celebrity nutritionist Ryan Fernando has shared a video on his YouTube channel regarding the matter. In this video, the nutritionist explains, 'Rice has a high glycemic index (GI). That is, rice is digested quickly when eaten, which can increase blood sugar levels rapidly. In such a situation, if you eat rice at night, it slows down metabolism, which can lead to rapid weight gain. In simple words, eating rice at night can increase obesity.'

Then what is the best time to eat rice?

Responding to this question, the nutritionist says, 'You can eat rice in balanced quantities at any time of the day. But if you want to avoid obesity and especially if your goal is weight loss, then eat rice in the afternoon.'

According to the celebrity nutritionist, 'The best time to eat rice is in the afternoon. Your body is most active during lunch time, and our digestive system is also active at this time, due to which rice is easily digested. In such a situation, try to always eat rice at lunch time.'

What is the right way to eat rice?

For this, nutritionists recommend keeping rice in the fridge for some time after cooking it and eating it when it cools down completely. According to nutritionists, keeping rice in the fridge reduces the amount of starch in it. This reduces the glycemic index of rice, which does not cause rapid fluctuations in blood sugar levels.

Apart from all this, experts always recommend eating things rich in fiber and protein before eating rice. For this, you can first eat rice, then eat some lentils and then eat rice. In this way, by keeping certain things in mind, you will not have to compromise on your taste, and you will also be able to take care of your health.

Disclaimer: This content including advice provides general information only. It is in no way a substitute for qualified medical opinion. Always consult a specialist or your doctor for more information.