Rice and pasta are no better than sweets

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The study showed that according to the level of harmfulness for health, rice and pasta can be compared to sweets. Refined grains increase the amount of fat in the blood, which can contribute to clogged arteries.

Iranian researchers have shown that eating large amounts of white rice, which is very popular in that country and many other Asian countries, is just as harmful in the long run. for the heart, as well as a significant amount of candy. The researchers were interested in the risk of cardiovascular disease among people who actively consumed refined grains and compared their results with those who made the choice in favor of whole grains.

Refined grains, processed to give them a finer texture and more long shelf life, more often led to the appearance of fats in the blood, known as triglycerides. They can clog blood vessels and increase the likelihood of coronary heart disease, even in middle age.

According to the researchers, the damage caused by a diet high in refined grains is quite comparable to what people get from a large amount sweets And these sweets contain a lot of sugars and oils that are harmful to our well-being.

Refined grains are broken down faster by the body because they are devoid of fiber. This leads to a spike in blood sugar after a meal. Prolonged high blood sugar damages the blood vessels and nerves that control the heart. It also contributes to the appearance of plaques on the walls of arteries.