Rice is the staple food of almost every household in India, but do you know that how rice is cooked also has a big impact on your health? Especially **eating starch-removed rice** can be very beneficial for many people, because it reduces the extra starch and sugar present in rice to a great extent.

But remember – this method is **not for everyone**, but is more important for some special people. Let us know who are those 4 people who should eat only starchy rice and why.

What happens if you eat rice after removing the starch?

* Excess starch (carbohydrates) of rice is reduced.
* Blood sugar does not increase rapidly
* Weight remains under control
* Digestion becomes light and easy

This method is considered safe for those people who have to control their sugar, weight or digestion.

These 4 people must eat rice after removing the starch

1. Diabetic patients

In diabetes, high-carb and starchy foods increase the sugar level rapidly.

* Extracting starch reduces GI (Glycemic Index).
* Sugar level increases less rapidly
* Insulin response improves

2. People with obesity or weight gain problem

Rice starch quickly converts into sugar in the body and stores fat.
In starchy rice:

*reduces calories
* Stomach remains light
* Fat accumulation is reduced

3. Women with PCOS/PCOD

Insulin resistance is a common problem in PCOS.
Starched Rice:

* Reduces sugar spikes
* Supports hormone balance
* Helps in weight control

4. People with weak digestion or stomach problems

Those who have problems like acidity, gas, constipation, indigestion or heavy stomach –
Starched Rice:

* easily digested
* Does not put weight on the stomach
* Reduces bloating

Correct way to prepare rice by removing starch

1. Add a little more water while cooking rice.
2. When the rice is 80–90% cooked, remove the starchy water.
3. Cook the rice for a few more minutes on low flame.
4. If you want, you can use starch in soup, khichdi or dal.

Should everyone eat rice after removing the starch?

No!

* children
* athletes
* lean or underweight people
* People in recovery or weakness

One should eat whole starch rice as it provides energy.

Important Precautions

* Diabetic patients should control the quantity.
* Along with eating rice after removing the starch, also include protein.
* Do not eat large quantities of rice daily.