3 weeks ago
Is one bowl rice better or two ashirwad multigrain atta chapatis for reduction of carbohydrates in diet
3 weeks ago
Dear Sumaira, Thank you for the question.
Carbohydrates are one of the most important & essential nutrients that provides us energy to carry out our daily physical and physiological functioning.
A balanced diet should provide around 50-60% of total calories from carbohydrates, preferably from complex carbohydrates, about 10-15% from proteins and 20-30% from both visible and invisible fat.
Weight gain or weight loss entirely does not depend on one particular food, ingredient or cuisine it involves multiple factors such as Dietary intake, lifestyle pattern, metabolic conditions, genetics, stress etc.
You can include both Rice and Multigrain roti as a part of your diversified balanced diet, provided they are consumed mindfully along with portion control. While Rice is a source of complex carbohydrate and B Vitamins that helps provide energy, on the other hand Multigrain roti provides a good amount of dietary fibre, protein, essential fattyacids (PUFA) and other vital micronutrients like vitamins, especially many B vitamins (Thiamine & Riboflavin), minerals, antioxidants and Phyto-chemicals.
Therefore, while you can include both as a part of your diet, it is necessary to be mindful and practice portion control to maintain the daily calorie limit.
As a general dietary guideline, for an apparently healthy individual/ with no specific health or nutrition needs and/or metabolic condition it is recommended to consume 2000kcal/d and the RDA for protein requirement is 46g/d & 25g/d of fiber for women.
Here are few guidelines for healthy balanced diet that can be considered:
Regular physical activity or exercise is necessary and beneficial for overall health as it not only helps in burning calories but also helps in improving muscular and cardiorespiratory fitness, maintain ideal body weight, prevent, and manage lifestyle disorders as well as improve digestive health. For specific exercise regimen to cater to specific fitness needs please contact a fitness expert.
For a customised and personalised meal plan for specific conditions, please contact your Health care professional.
Hope we have answered your query.
Wishing you a great day ahead