Radhika Joshi Radhika Joshi Asked 8 months ago

Is white rice bad for weight loss?

I'm trying to lose some weight, and rice is a staple in my diet. I heard that white rice is bad for weight loss because of its carbs. Is white rice actually detrimental to losing weight, or can it be eaten carefully?

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Aditya Sen Aditya Sen Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago
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White rice isn't bad for weight loss at all, it's just about the portion size and calorie deficit. I eat white rice daily, keep track of my macros, and have still managed to drop 5 kgs. Just don't eat a mountain of it.

Shalini Nair Shalini Nair Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

When you have thyroid issues, your metabolism is already slow, making weight loss trickier. I still eat white rice but in very limited quantities, pairing it with high protein. Also, make sure you get your TSH levels checked regularly so you know your body is functioning well.

Sunita Deshmukh Sunita Deshmukh Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago

My teenager was struggling with weight and was told to completely stop rice, which made him very cranky. We worked around it by serving him a small portion of white rice mixed with lots of sautéed vegetables. It satisfied his craving while keeping the meal light and healthy.

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Ramesh Gupta Ramesh Gupta Joined Mar 2026 8 months ago

As someone managing diabetes, I have to be very careful with starch. If you are trying to lose weight, replacing white rice with brown rice or daliya might be safer as it prevents insulin spikes that make you hungry again quickly. Always monitor how your body reacts.

Kriti Joshi Kriti Joshi Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago

Honestly, if I have to give up white rice while managing a crying baby and zero sleep, I will lose my mind. I eat my comfort bowl of dal chawal every day and still manage my weight. Life is too short to starve on plain salads.

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Suresh Kumar Suresh Kumar Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

You don't need to buy expensive quinoa or oats to lose weight. Just stick to your normal white rice but change the ratio on your plate. Fill half the plate with green vegetables, one-fourth with dal or curd, and the remaining small portion with rice. It works perfectly and saves money.

Pooja Hegde Pooja Hegde Joined May 2026 5 months ago

I am just starting my fitness journey and I'm really confused about this because everyone says to stop rice. Can we eat white rice for dinner, or is it only okay for lunch? I would be really grateful for some guidance.

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