Fermented Rice: Millions of people across the world suffer from bloating and blood sugar spikes. Health Nutritionist and Doctor Dr Rohini Patil have shared a video in which she talks about the unique advantages of fermented rice for gut healing and diabetes management.
Dr Rohini Patil remarked that fermented version of rice is the most ignored superfood in the country. She added that it could be used to improve insulin response, support gut health, minimize inflammation and help with metabolic balance.
Benefits Of Fermented Rice For Gut Health
It is rich in terms of probiotics from natural lactic acid bacteria that gets formed during overnight soaking. These beneficial microbes are helpful for balancing gut flora and easing stomach issues such as indigestion, constipation, bloating and acidity.
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Several studies have demonstrated that fermented version of rice drinks could be an excellent choice for significantly reducing abdominal distension, primarily because of bacteria such as Blautia that helps in curbing fat accumulation as well as inflammation in the body.
Advantages For Diabetes Management
For diabetics, it provides natural blood sugar regulation. According to studies on fermented rice bran in type 2 diabetes models tend to lower fasting glucose, cholesterol, HbA1c and triglycerides while raising HDL cholesterol (good cholesterol) and antioxidants such as catalase and Superoxide dismutases (SODs). Furthermore, short-chain fatty acids from the fermentation of rice also help in improving insulin sensitivity and curbing overeating by promoting fullness.
Best Way To Consume Fermented Rice
You should soak a cup of rice in 2 cups of water for about 8-12 hours at room temperature. Excess water should be drained out and you should rinse it lightly. You can consume it plain, as kanji or with curd. You can even blend it with lemon, coconut chutney and vegetables for a probiotic-rich breakfast.
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