Bak chang: How can we eat or make healthier rice dumplings?
But, will the heavy use of oil and fatty meat to make this delectable food, it comes as little surprise that this dish isspoke with local nutritionists to uncover the calorie and nutrition count of rice dumplings, and the healthiest ways to consume and make these savoury delights.Health Can Be Fun
Chan shared that the glutinous rice used in the dumplings consist of unrefined white carbohydrates, and have a higher Glycemic index content, a measurement of how quickly food can make your blood sugar rise. As such, people with diabetes should be mindful of the amount of rice dumplings they consume at one go.
Chan noted that fatty portions of meat are often used in rice dumplings. The type of oil used to cook the ingredients can also affect the fat content, of which food with high saturated fat is associated with increased risk of heart disease.
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