When you think about it, rice and corn are two food items that are absolutely essential to life as we know it. While some people may go without eating one or the other, the world would literally come to a halt if either one were to become unavailable. Luckily for us, recent advancements in science have provided us with the ability to derive both rice and corn successfully and efficiently in a laboratory setting, which means we can now have one meal or the other whenever we please! That’s the good news. The bad news is that despite their apparent synergy, both rice and corn are absolute monsters for our waistlines. Meaning, you’ll most likely gain weight whatever you eat, even if it is the healthiest choice in the world. This is why we need a diet plan. Let’s look at each food item individually and what you should know about them.
RICE
Rice is a gluten-free grain that is rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. It is also an excellent source of both fiber and protein. In addition to being a great all-around food, rice is a staple in certain Asian and Middle Eastern cuisines. It is often considered a food that is both healthy and filling. These qualities make it an interesting choice for people who are looking to lose weight, especially since so many of the food items that we associate with being healthy also happen to be great sources of carbs. This makes rice a bit of a food lover’s dream. Who doesn’t love eating delicious foods that are good for your body? Rice is usually easy to prepare and takes only 20 minutes to cook, depending on the method you use. The grain is relatively inexpensive, too, so it’s attractive as a diet food option for people on a tight budget. You can eat more rice than you would typically eat if you’re trying to lose weight, and it won’t cost you much either. When it comes to choosing the right accompaniments for rice, you have a variety of options including tomato, lettuce, red onion, and spicy Asian-style dressings. If you prepare rice the right way, it actually makes an interesting appearance on the plate and gives the diner a bit of a visual treat. This makes it more appealing as a diet food because, well, it looks good. You should also think about preparing meals with lots of vegetables with this grain because it is high in fiber and low in calories. One medium-sized cooked rice meal has only 100 calories, and a half cup of uncooked rice contains only 36 calories. That’s not much at all. Rice is one of the most important and influential foodstuffs around today, and for good reason.
CORN
When most people think about losing weight, they immediately think about food items like salads, green vegetables, and fruit. The reason for this is that these foods are usually light and offer a low energy content, which means they are filling. In addition, people usually associate these food items with being healthy. What they don’t realize is that these foods are also carbohydrates and, as such, will make them gain weight. The good news is that you don’t necessarily need to avoid these foodstuffs to lose weight. The bad news is that your body doesn’t understand nutritional deprivation, so it will most definitely fight back with all that it’s got. This means you’ll have to be careful about what you eat, especially if you want to lose significant amounts of weight. You might end up in hospital because your body doesn’t cope well with starvation diets. Despite all this, there are several corn varieties that have been shown in studies to help with weight loss. The particular kind of corn used in these studies was de-germed corn, which is what you’ll usually find at the supermarket. This type of corn has the germ and starch removed, which means it has less calories and is easier to digest. It seems that the corn varieties that have been proven to assist with weight loss are Bekken, Delicious, and Velveeta. The interesting thing about degermed corn is that it actually takes less time to cook than normal corn, which is another reason it might be a smart option for people who are trying to lose weight. Since this type of corn is easier to digest, it won’t overburden your body’s digestive system, which could mean fewer gas bubbles and, thus, less discomfort. When it comes to serving corn, you have a variety of options. You might opt to fry it in oil or bake it in the oven. In some parts of the country, such as South Carolina, corn is even considered a luxury item because it is so expensive to grow and harvest. What it means to be a luxury food is that it costs more to buy and prepare than other, more affordable foods. This makes it an exclusive purchase for the rich and famous. If you want to prepare corn yourself, you have a few options. You can either use a blender to create a corn paste, or you can cut the corn from the cob using a sharp knife and cook it in the microwave or on the stovetop. Preparing corn this way doesn’t require any additional pans or utensils, which might make it an attractive option for people who are trying to cut down on their kitchen clutter. Microwave cooking is the fastest way to prepare corn, but you’ll have to keep an eye on it because, well, it can go from ready to burnt in a matter of minutes. You should also consider investing in a good pair of ovenware, which might make the process easier and more enjoyable. Cutting up fruit and veggies for a salad doesn’t take long, but it’s not exactly the most relaxing experience. Investing in good ovenware could make the process much smoother and more enjoyable. When it comes to choosing the right accompaniments for corn, you have a variety of options including crumbled goat cheese, spicy Mexican-style dressing, and grilled chicken.
As you can see, both rice and corn are great food items. Thanks to modern science, we now have the ability to cook them both successfully and efficiently in a laboratory setting. This allows us to have one meal a day if we please, instead of depending on which type of corn we can get at the corner store, if we are lucky enough to get any at all. This is why we don’t need dietary restrictions when it comes to eating either of these items. It’s not like we’re missing out on something essential. We just have to learn how to make the most of what we have and decide which one is more important to us. If you want to lose weight, you’ll have to consider which one of these foods makes you feel fuller and helps you sustain a healthy energy level more than the other. It’s all about what’s important to you. You can try going on a rice diet first and see how it goes. If you decide it’s not for you, then it’s time to move on to the next best thing. Maybe corn will be the one that sticks around longer. Who knows? We don’t.