Pooja Das Pooja Das Asked 6 months ago

Is rice or mashed potatoes better for weight loss?

My dietitian suggested reducing carbs for weight loss. I often have rice or mashed potatoes with my meals. I'm wondering, which one is better for weight loss – rice or mashed potatoes?

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Sarla Devi Sarla Devi Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago
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Beta, don't get caught up in all these strict rules. In our time, we just ate home-cooked food in moderation. Both rice and potato are good for energy. Focus on eating less fried food and moving your body, that's what truly helps.

Ramesh Gupta Ramesh Gupta Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Hmm, both can be part of a healthy diet, it really depends on how you prepare them and the portion size. Mashed potatoes with butter and cream are definitely not great, but plain boiled potatoes or rice in limited quantity can be fine. Don't spend too much on fancy 'diet' foods, just make smart choices with what you have.

Shruti Rao Shruti Rao Joined Mar 2026 6 months ago

I've been wondering this too! I read that potatoes have more fiber if you eat the skin, and can be more filling. But rice is a staple for us, right? It's confusing to choose, I think balance is key for both.

Gopalakrishnan P. Gopalakrishnan P. Joined Mar 2026 6 months ago

In our homes, rice is always there, but elders say to not eat too much if trying to lose weight. Mashed potato also depends on preparation. My mother always said to eat more greens. For real weight loss, a doctor or dietician's advice is best, you know.

Sonia Verma Sonia Verma Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

I always heard rice makes you gain weight, but then potatoes are also carbs. Maybe it's about quantity? Eating them with lots of sabzi and dal helps. But if you have health concerns like diabetes, please consult a doctor for a proper diet plan.

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Arjun Kumar Arjun Kumar Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Dude, for weight loss, I think it's more about not eating too much of anything, especially junk. Both rice and mashed potatoes are filling, so just pick one you like and eat less, haha. Also, exercise, super important!

Divya Prakash Divya Prakash Joined Feb 2026 6 months ago

From my own experience, don't just rely on general advice for weight loss, especially when it comes to specific foods. I had some issues trying different diets. It's much safer to get guidance from a doctor or a qualified nutritionist who can assess your health properly.

Sakshi Jain Sakshi Jain Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

My doctor at Apollo told me that the key is portion control and how it's prepared. If you're really serious about weight loss and confused, just ask your doctor directly during your next check-up. They can tell you what's right for YOUR body.

Pooja Mehta Pooja Mehta Joined May 2026 5 months ago

I used to panic about every single food item for weight loss. Turns out, it's not so black and white. You can have both in moderation. Just make sure you're getting enough protein and fiber too. Don't worry too much, you'll figure it out!

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Amit Shah Amit Shah Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Look, for weight loss, the key is overall calorie deficit. Both rice and mashed potatoes (plain, not creamy ones) are carbs. Choose whichever keeps you fuller longer and fits into your daily routine. Don't overthink it, just track your intake and stay active.

Akash S. Iyer Akash S. Iyer Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Actually, it's not about one being 'better' than the other in isolation. Both are carbohydrate sources. The glycemic index, portion size, and overall dietary balance matter more. For effective and safe weight loss, a consultation with a registered dietitian or physician is always advisable.

Neelam Singh Neelam Singh Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

Both are good sources of energy. It's more about how much you eat and what you eat them with. Just try to keep your portions small and eat a balanced diet.

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