How rice can you eat

How Much Rice Can I Eat in a Day?

Rice is a popular food across countries and cultures. It comes in tons of varieties and can be used in many different types of cuisine. Rice is a great source of carbohydrates, but carbs often get a bad rep nowadays, so is rice even healthy? And if so, how much of it can I eat in a day?

Dietary Guidelines recommend that carbohydrates like rice make up no more than 45-65% of a person’s daily caloric intake. With a typical 2,000 calorie diet, this means 6 cups of cooked white rice in a day would be the most you should eat if those are the only carbs you eat.

Read on for more information about rice, if it is healthy, what counts as a serving size of rice, when is the best time to eat rice, and if rice can help with building muscle or weight loss.

Is Rice Healthy?

Unfortunately, diet fads that cut out carbohydrates make it feel like there is something wrong with carbs like rice, pasta, bread, tortillas, and others. If someone has told you that rice or other carbohydrate foods are bad for you- they are wrong!

Carbohydrates are actually your body’s preferred source of energy. In fact, nutrition recommendations state that 45-65% of your calories should come from carbohydrates. Rice can be a great addition to meals to add some much needed carbohydrates!

Maybe you have heard that brown rice is better for you than white rice. Brown rice is a whole grain, and therefore has higher levels of fiber, and certain nutrients like manganese, B vitamins and magnesium, and selenium.

While brown rice is a healthy option, white rice is too! White rice is often enriched with vitamins and minerals (meaning they are added back in after the food has been processed). In fact, enriched white rice is a great source of folate- an important nutrient for avoiding neural tube defects in a developing fetus!

Dietary recommendations suggest making half of your grains whole grains, but that doesn’t mean all of them have to be! I encourage people to choose the type of rice that tastes best to them. Personally, I prefer white rice, so I find other ways to eat whole grains during my day.

How Much Rice is Too Much?

Yes, eating rice is healthy, but it is still important to be aware of the quantity, just like anything else. For example, we know that broccoli is a healthy food, but even eating only broccoli all day every day is not a healthy eating pattern.

Remember that your diet should include protein and healthy fats, along with carbohydrates. Loading up on rice might throw your macronutrients out of balance which isn’t great for blood sugar, energy levels, or feeling satisfied.

The amount of rice that is appropriate for each person will vary, but if your plate looks super imbalanced, that might be a sign that something needs to be adjusted. When eating a meal that includes rice, it is also important to make sure you have a vegetable and a protein, and some healthy fats.

Serving Size of Rice

You might be surprised to find out that a serving of cooked rice is one cup. However, serving size is not the end-all-be-all when it comes to your nutrition needs.

Those with higher calorie needs and higher carbohydrate needs might need multiple servings of rice, while others don’t don’t even need the full serving. Additionally, if you are eating other foods that are high in carbohydrates, you likely don’t need as much rice!

While serving sizes are good to be aware of, pay more attention to the balance of foods on your plate, and listen to your body’s hunger and fullness signals to regulate how much you need to eat.

Can You Eat Rice Every Day?

Yes! Rice is such an essential part of many cultures, and in some places, rice is eaten multiple times a day. As it is an inexpensive, easy-to-cook grain, eating rice every day is not a bad thing.

Each food has a unique nutrient profile, so eating a variety of foods is a great way to make sure your body is getting everything it needs. Maybe that means you choose recipes that include other starches too! Mixing things up and eating a variety of foods can also help keep your meals interesting.

When is the Best Time to Eat Rice?

The best time to eat rice is when you need the energy from those carbohydrates! Your body needs energy from carbohydrates all day long, but energy needs are usually higher during the day than they are right before you go to sleep at night.

I like to adjust my carbohydrate intake to what I am doing during the day. For example, if I am exercising after dinner, having more rice with that meal is going to be helpful for fueling my night time workout. However, if I workout in the morning, it might be better to eat a larger portion of rice at lunch to replenish the carbs that I just burned through during exercise.

Eating a huge bowl of rice right before bed is probably not going to be the best because you don’t really need all that energy as you are winding down for the night. Instead, eating a higher protein snack before bed can help keep your blood sugars stable throughout the night and help you sleep better.

Can Rice Help with Building Muscle?

You might be surprised to know that carbohydrates like rice can actually help you build muscle! A common mistake that I see among people that want to build muscle is overdoing protein intake and not getting enough carbohydrates or fat in their diet.

Yes, protein is also essential to building muscle because it gives your body the materials it needs to repair itself and get stronger after pushing your muscles hard through exercise.

Carbohydrates are still your body’s preferred source of energy, even when you are lifting weights, so you will likely be able to make more of your gym sessions when you are eating carbohydrates because you will feel less tired, have more energy, and be able to workout harder.

Athletes should also know that if your body doesn’t get enough energy, it could start breaking down muscle- and that’s not good!

Can Rice Help with Weight Loss?

You might feel confused about eating carbohydrates if you are wanting to lose weight. The keto diet, which is extremely low in carbohydrates, is a popular fad right now that many are drawn to- hoping for quick results.

However, I strongly advise against dieting, and especially against cutting out food groups. This can actually lead to malnutrition- where your body doesn’t get enough of the nutrients it needs to function, grow, and develop. This is one of the reasons dieting is so dangerous for kids and teenagers. Removing food groups can seriously impact their bodies during important periods of development!

For children, adults, and teenagers alike, hyperfixation on weight is unhelpful. Instead, I encourage people to look for ways to improve their overall eating habits, without restricting certain foods. All types of rice can be part of a healthy diet that supports a healthy weight.

Rice Facts

Rice is a popular food staple around the world but here are some interesting facts you might not know about rice…

Summary

Rice is not a food that needs to be feared. In fact, it is a very nutritious carbohydrate that I encourage people to include in their diet! With so many different varieties available, rice is a versatile starch that can make a great addition to lots of different meals.

If you are unsure of how much rice you should be eating, one of the best things you can do is look for ways to balance your plate with protein, healthy fats, and color from fruits and vegetables. You can also work with a dietitian for more individualized help on what kinds of foods and how much food your body needs!

Resources

Bryan M. Rice facts. Facts.net. Modified February 11, 2022.

Park T. Is rice good for you? Chhs.colostate.edu. Published May 2020.

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Is rice good for you? Here’s why you might want to consider including it in your diet, plus the rundown on all the various types.

Since the low-carb movement is at its peak right now, it may feel like everyone you know is either doing keto or “not eating carbs.” That’s probably why so many people aren’t sure whether rice is healthy or not.

The good news? Carbohydrates don’t automatically lead to weight gain, Trainor says. While there’s nothing wrong with a low-carbohydrate diet if it works for you, a landmark study published in JAMA in 2018 showed that low-fat and low-carb diets work equally as well for weight loss.

Trainor also emphasizes that pretty much any food can work in moderation, including rice. “An abundance of any sort of food is going to lead to weight gain, whether that’s rice or Oreos or even apples,” she explains. “If you eat way more calories than you’re burning, you’re going to gain weight.”

Plus, your brain loves carbohydrates. While your brain and body can adapt and really learn to love fat, your brain runs on glucose, the sugars that make up carbohydrates, Trainor explains.

Then bottom line here? There are many health benefits of rice. “I do recommend rice for the general population if they like it and enjoy it. Especially since in a lot of different cultures, rice is a huge food staple.” As for which types of rice are best and how to include it in your diet, like much else in nutrition, it depends.

How much rice should you eat?

Ultimately, how much rice you should eat depends on your goals, Trainor says. The amount of rice that works well for an athlete will be tremendously different from what works for someone who is mostly sedentary. But in general, she recommends using the plate method to determine how much rice you should eat. If you imagine a plate, half of it should be green and/or non-starchy vegetables. One quarter should be protein, for example fish, tofu, or chicken. The last quarter should be carbohydrates. (Fat can be sprinkled or drizzled on top.)

So ideally, if you’re having rice, it should make up about 25 percent of your plate, regardless of how much food you’re eating overall.

Breaking down the various types of rice

White rice

So wait, is white rice healthy? White rice tends to get a bad rap, with people assuming that brown rice is better, but that’s not necessarily the case. “It’s true but it’s not true,” Trainor says.

White rice is basically brown rice, just stripped of the bran and the germ so that you’re only left with the endosperm. The bran and germ have certain nutrients like iron, B vitamins, and fiber, and the endosperm is the carbohydrate portion of the plant. Since white rice goes through this processing, people have the idea that white rice is more “processed,” and thus, less healthy Trainor adds. But, there are more benefits of white rice than you may think.

What’s more, the bran part of the grain contains an antinutrient known as phytic acid or phytate. “It’s considered an antinutrient because researchers actually found that it can get in the way of your body’s ability to absorb nutrients like calcium, iron, and zinc,” Trainor says. Since white rice doesn’t include the bran, you avoid eating phytates when you eat it.

This is especially key for people who have digestive issues, since they may have a harder time absorbing nutrients in the first place. For this population, white rice also tends to be a lot easier to digest, Trainor says. “It doesn’t have fiber in it, so it’s helpful for people who have Crohn’s disease, IBS, people who just can’t seem to keep things down, or people whose digestive systems just need a little bit of a rest.”

There’s really only one potential drawback to white rice: It has a higher glycemic index. “This means that the carbs in white rice can be converted into sugar more quickly than the carbs in brown rice,” Trainor explains. Mostly, this is a concern for people with diabetes or those who are trying to manage their blood sugar, as it can cause blood sugar to spike quickly.

Jasmine and basmati rice

Both of these varieties fall under white rice, but there’s one main reason you might consider them over regular white rice. You’ve probably heard about arsenic levels in rice. While this is not a huge concern in America and other developed countries, Trainor notes that jasmine and basmati rice are known for being lower in arsenic than other types of rice, particularly brown rice.

Brown rice

Brown rice is pretty similar to white rice health-wise, except for one key component: fiber.

If you don’t have any digestive problems, this could be an advantage, Trainor says. Especially if you’re interested in weight loss. “Fiber has been shown in many studies to help with weight management and weight loss.”

And for those concerned about the phytates in brown rice or those who are low in iron to begin with, there are three ways to remove these antinutrients from brown rice: sprouting, soaking, and souring.

Soaking is probably the easiest of the three; just leave your rice in a bowl filled with hot water mixed with an acidic medium (like lemon juice, lime juice, or vinegar) for 8 to 48 hours, then rinse before cooking. Trainor notes that you can also buy sprouted brown rice at health food stores. But for the average person who has good stores of the nutrients phytates interfere with, these antinutrients shouldn’t be a major concern, she says.

Black rice

“Black rice actually beats out brown and white in terms of health,” Trainor says. In fact, it’s often regarded as the most nutritious member of the rice family, since it’s higher in fiber, protein, and iron than other types. One thing to keep in mind: “It’s also the highest in calories of all the types of rice, so just like any other type, definitely monitor your portions,” Trainor recommends.

Red rice

Red rice gets it color from anthocyanins, a type of antioxidant, according to Trainor. Aside from that, it’s similar to all other types, Trainor says, but you might want to consider choosing red rice if you’re looking for an antioxidant boost.

How to know if leftover rice is safe to eat

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But according to CSIRO scientists, you may have to throw cooked rice out earlier than the timeframe, depending on how the rice smells or what texture it has. It’s important to note that the four to seven days rule applies to white rice and wild rice, brown rice will actually expire faster.

How long does rice last in the fridge?

Cooked white rice lasts in the fridge for four to seven days. If you store your rice properly it will have a much longer shelf life. However, don’t completely rely on this general rule: use your sense of smell or the rice’s texture to help you judge if it’s still safe to eat.

Does rice go off?

Why do I feel sick?

Have you experienced food poisoning after eating a bad batch of rice? Sometimes it only takes 30 minutes for the nasty bacteria to produce toxins that make you feel ill.

According to CSIRO food microbiologist Cathy Moir, it’s the bacteria strain Bacillus cereus, that makes you sick.

The classic symptoms of food poisoning are diarrhea, vomiting, and an upset stomach. If you have food poisoning from your expired rice, drink plenty of water, avoid food for a few hours, then slowly ease your stomach back into gear by eating bland food like bananas and saltines.

But it’s not just rice. Bacillus cereus is commonly found in soil and sometimes in plant foods that are grown close to the ground, like legumes, cereals and spices.

When food is cooked and handled properly, Bacillus cereus is not a problem. The major issue at hand is that dry conditions, think rice packets or spice containers, are a present as spores.

Can you cook the rice to kill the spores?

Unfortunately not, the cooking process doesn’t kill the heat-resistant spores or the toxin the bacteria produces. Cooked rice is a breeding ground for bacteria, as it loves moist and warm environments. If anything, it will thrive, especially when other bacteria that may have been present initially have been killed by cooking.

It’s good practice to store your rice in the fridge, preferably within an hour of cooking it, but definitely within four hours.

However, keep in mind that refrigeration won’t kill the bacteria but it will slow down their growth.

Does the rice variety make a difference?

White rice lasts a bit longer than some other types, but not by much. Brown rice, for example, lasts only four to five days in the fridge. This is because brown rice is less processed than white rice, and the oils that make it healthier are also the reason why it expires faster.

Wild rice has the same expiry period as white rice, lasting anywhere from five to seven days in the fridge.

Can you eat cold rice?

If you are cooking rice to consume later, wait until the steam stops rising, then cover the rice and put it in the fridge.

As a preventative measure, this will help it stay out of the food temperature danger zone — 5-60 degrees Celsius.

For large portions of hot rice, scoop the rice and place into shallow trays less than 10cm deep to get them cool faster. But do not stack the containers until the rice is cool.

Cold rice is just as safe to eat as hot rice, although you may have issues with the texture. Use the same tips as recommended above to know if it’s still okay to eat.

Can you freeze cooked rice?

Absolutely. Freezing your cooked rice is a great way to ensure that you don’t let any leftovers go rancid in your refrigerator, and you can conveniently defrost it any time for your meals. However, you should add a little bit more moisture into your leftover rice – perhaps some olive oil or butter – because it’s lost a bit of water through the freezing process.

Petri Dish with an overnight culture of Bacillus cereus.

Cooked rice in the fridge will last less than a week, but frozen rice will have a shelf life anywhere from six to eight months in your freezer before it’s not okay to eat anymore. If you cook rice in large batches, storing it in airtight containers and freezing it is a good way to cut your meal prep time and eliminate food wastage.

Tips for storing cooked rice

When in doubt, throw it out

Proper storage is the key to avoiding food poisoning. If you’re not sure if your cooked rice is still safe to eat, the smartest thing to do is to throw it in the bin. It may be wasteful, but it’s better than dealing with stomach cramps from spoiled leftovers. In the future, put your cooked rice in the freezer if you’re not going to eat it ASAP.

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How Long Does Rice Last?

How long does rice last? With white rice lasting at least 4-5 years, or even longer if vacuum sealed, other types of rice are also listed and conditions described in our table. The shelf life of rice is influenced by a variety of factors, such as the type of rice, whether it is cooked or not, its packaging and how it is stored.

Rice is the most important staple food for a large part of the world’s human population, providing more than one fifth of the calories consumed worldwide by the human species.

Like pasta, rice comes in a variety of types (white, brown, wild, short grain, long grain, etc.) and is often mixed with spices. Because of its relatively low cost, high calorie density, long shelf life and strong nutritional qualities, it is no wonder that it is enjoyed by billions of people daily. However, not all rice is created equal. So how long does white, brown or wild rice last?

When properly stored, the shelf life of rice is approximately.

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Rice Expiration Date

** Polished white rice, when sealed in an oxygen-free container at 40°F or below, can be stored for up to 30 years. [1] Of course, all food lasts for a shorter period of time if it is not stored properly. But remember that brown and white rice, like a lot of other grains, usually have a best by date and not an expiration date. Because of this, you can safely use it beyond the best by date.

How to tell if Rice is bad, rotten or spoiled?

Practicing proper hygiene and food safety techniques will help prevent foodborne illness.

Since rice has an indefinite shelf life if kept dry, it is hard to tell if it has gone bad. One thing to watch for is the presence of the rice weevil, a tiny reddish-brown bug. If you see these moving in your product, you should discard the entire container and disinfect the container and the surrounding shelves.

Expired brown rice, on the other hand, is easier to spot. Brown rice may become oily and give off a rancid odor because of its essential fatty acids that go bad as they oxidize.

Cooked rice that has gone bad will show a loss of texture as it hardens and then can grow mold.

If your rice has gone bad and you need a quick substitute check our page on rice substitutes.

There are, of course, certain health risks associated with spoiled foods so always remember to practice food safety and enjoy your foods before their shelf life has expired!

How to store Rice to extend its shelf life?

The best way to store it is in an airtight container in the pantry or another cool dark place with a constant temperature. Once prepared, it should be refrigerated in an airtight container to keep out moisture and other contaminants. Do not allow cooked food to sit out at room temperature for an extended period, two hours is maximum for proper food safety.

For a long term option, you can freeze your dry rice while preserving its taste if you use an oxygen-free (oxygen is the source of freezer burn) freezer safe container. Cooked rice may also be frozen, but it is not recommended since it will most likely become mushy when re-heated.

Some benefits of proper food storage include eating healthier, cutting food costs and helping the environment by avoiding waste.

Interesting facts about Rice:

How long is Rice good for when prepared in a dish?

How long does rice last? That depends. How long does fish last? In general, any food will only last as long as the quickest expiring ingredient in the recipe.