white vs. brown rice

[witkowsd]

I am printing out a calorie list for my sister and noticed that brown rice is more carbs than white rice although I was told brown rice is better for you - could you please explain why so I can relate this to my sister. Thanxs.

 

[bishonen]

White rice has been stripped of the nutrient-containing skin. Brown rice is intact.

 

[TheBigDog]

Brown Rice and White Rice have approximately the same amount of carb per serving (1/4 cup). (My database shows 34g of carb in Brown VS 36g of carb in White) The key differences between brown rice and white rice is that brown rice has more fiber and it also has a much lower G.I. (Glycemic Index)

You might ask, why is low GI better than high GI? Low GI carb source will less likely induce insulin spilke upon consumption. Insulin spike promotes fat storage. (turn carb into fat and store it for later use)

Is low GI carb ALWAYS better than high GI carb source? The answer is NO. After intense weight training, it is always a good idea to consume high GI carb (i.e. Dextrose, Maltodextrin) because your body is prime for nutrition absorptions (and also low in blood glucose after workout)

Hope that helps.

 

[witkowsd]

Yes, thank you very much

 

[anthrax]

not all white rice have been made equal

ie basmati rice is one of the best rice

 

[sh4me]

stick with the brown.

--Hess

 

[StRoNg_WoN]

The GI as posted above.... white rice has a High GI... Brown is much lower... which will sustain blood sugar levels, and not make you fat as easily...