Can a glass of rice water a day keep the Doctor away?
1. Relaxation for mind and body
Nutritionist Lovneet Batra shares the health benefits of two important compounds found in watermelon.
Of the many health benefits of rice water, one is relaxation for your body and mind. All you need to do is add some rice water to your bath and soak your body in it for a few minutes. This therapy is very relaxing for your mind and body.
2. Energy
Rice is rich in carbohydrates and carbohydrates are the main source of energy. The drinking water in rice acts as a good source of energy. And the best part is that your body easily absorbs all the energy in this drink. Start your day with a glass or rice water; it will keep you charged throughout the day.
3. Prevents dehydration
Summers are just around the corner. The heat and humidity are good enough to rob your body of water and can make you feel dehydrated. To prevent such incidents from happening, you should drink a glass of rice water before you leave the house. Rice water provides your body with all the essential nutrients it needs to function efficiently, which it loses in the heat.
4. Managing diarrhea
Rice water is one of the best home remedies for diarrhea for both adults and children. Infants are more likely to be affected by diarrhea. And, if left untreated, it can develop into dehydration. A study shows that rice water is a very effective remedy for diarrhea in children, as it reduces the volume and frequency of stool.
5. Regulates body temperature
Rice water is a very effective remedy for regulating your body temperature. With the summer season just around the corner, it is very important for you to come up with techniques to keep your body cool at all times. Rice water can be your solution for the same. It can help you beat the heat.
6. Prevents constipation
Drinking rice water is a good way to get your digestive system working. Its nutrients are helpful in relieving constipation. In addition, you should consume foods rich in fiber. These two together will keep your digestive system in good shape.
7. Promotes healthy hair
Rice water has a number of benefits to offer for your hair. For years it has been used as a shampoo and conditioner. The only difference was that this one was chemical free. It contains inositol, which improves hair elasticity and prevents damage. Also, massaging your scalp with rice water helps strengthen your hair from the roots.
8. It can fight UV radiation
Rice water also contains oryzanol which can fight UV radiation from the sun and can supposedly be used in preventing some types of cancers.
So, next time you are preparing rice;
remember to use fresh, drinkable water to cook it and after bringing it to a boil, simply pour the water from the cooking pot into a separate bowl. Use a sieve, if necessary, so as not to leave any rice in the bowl and finally, fill a glass of your batch of freshly prepared rice water, drink it and enjoy all its nutrients!
Source:doctor.ndtv.com, holisticlivingcorner.com
