Weight Loss Tips: Here's how cooked rice water can help you to lose extra pounds

Rice is one of the staple food items in India and the many preparations from the same become part of our daily meals. However, when it comes to weight loss, weight watchers tend to avoid eating rice due to its nutrient profile and calorie factor. If you are planning to lose weight or on weight loss regime then you will be surprised to know that cooked rice water which is also known as Kanji can actually come to your rescue. For the unversed, rice water has many health benefits as it is very nutritious, it is also known as a healing tonic as it gives the much-needed energy. This drink is also a weight-loss tool. 

Read on to know how cooked rice water can aid in weight loss.

The nutrients in rice water help in fat loss and the same lead to weight loss. For the same, one has to first boil 3-4 cups of water and add rice and after boiling for some time. Once the rice granules are half-cooked,s sieve the rice and retain the water. One can add some salt and black pepper to taste. Drink when it is warm. One can have it around an hour before lunch and after lunch. Having the rice water before meals will substantially bring the calorie level of the body as it is quite stomach filling. For instance, one meal around 650 to 1000 calories and a cup of water has around 150 calories. And as we know calorie deficit will eventually lead to weight loss.

Other health benefits of cooked rice water.

Aside from weight loss, rice water has many health benefits. It is a good source of energy, prevents constipation, prevents dehydration, remedies for viral infections and can aid in managing diarrhea. For the unversed, the leftover rice water promotes stronger and beautiful hair too. For thousands of years, the hack has been used in Japan and other oriental countries.

Other Asian hacks

Also, apart from this Asian hack for weight loss, one should also include other aspects of the Asian diet in the weight-loss plan for maximum benefits. One should include fresh fruits and vegetables, whole soy products, fish and green tea among others. As per the University of California San Francisco Cancer Resource Center, following the same can lower your risk of chronic diseases by up to 65 percent.

Bottom line

Follow this hack as it is very simple, inexpensive and it hardly has any side effects. However, one should not just rely on rice water alone for weight loss aka fat loss. Any form of physical activity daily (ideal a combination of cardio and resistance training), calorie deficit, healthy food intake, sleep and stress management among others should also be taken into consideration.

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