Why should you choose millets for weight loss?
When it comes to weight loss diets, rice and wheat consumption receive a lot of attention. We frequently discuss great millets that are far healthier and more nutritious than these two. Samak rice, also known as magical millet, is known by a variety of names around the world. It is especially popular among Indians during the festive seasons. It has a variety of health advantages and also aids in weight loss. In this article, Palak Midha, Nutritionist and Founder, Palak Notes explains why Samak rice is beneficial for weight loss.
Low Calories
Samak Rice is a good source of highly digestible protein and has the least caloric density when compared to other oats. This makes it easier on the tummy while keeping you nourished and up on energy levels throughout the day.
High Fibre
Samak rice is extremely dense in terms of nutritions. It has an excessively high amount of fibre, protein, and micronutrients like iron and zinc and it has multiple health benefits.
Gluten-Free
Samak rice is gluten-free grain. It is a suitable food for patients who are suffering from celiac disease and are intolerant to gluten. If you want to live a gluten-free lifestyle, samak rice is your go-to grain for chapatis and other flour-based cuisines.
High in Resistant Starch
Samak Rice is high in resistant starch and takes time to digest. It keeps you fuller for longer periods so you don’t feel hungry too often. Less hunger pangs is directly related to less binge eating.
Low Phytic Acid
It is low in Phytic acid which does not act as an inhibitor in absorption of minerals and nutritional components. This makes it a key in the absorption of essential nutrients like Zinc and Calcium.
Metabolic Booster
Samak rice is known to fire up your metabolic rate. Including these in your diet helps you in shedding extra kilos as they are a metabolic booster which makes it easier for you to hit your fitness goals.