In terms of benefits, cold rice has a higher resistant starch content than hot rice. Resistant starch is a type of starch that is not digested and absorbed by the body, and has many health benefits, including reducing blood sugar levels, increasing feelings of fullness and being good for gut health.
Therefore, cold rice is not easy to digest and does not spike blood sugar like hot rice, contains fewer calories than hot rice… Therefore, cold rice will be suitable for those who are pursuing weight loss or weight loss regimes. have high blood sugar.
However, according to Dr. Mai, thin people, people with poor digestion such as children, the elderly, sick people who need a lot of energy, pregnant women… should eat warm rice and limit cold dishes because they directly affect the secretion of digestive juices and intestinal motility. If prolonged, it will negatively affect health.
Cold rice should be stored in the refrigerator at a temperature of 4 degrees Celsius or lower to limit the growth of bacteria. Image: Bui Thuy
Cold rice left at room temperature for a long time is a favorable environment for bacteria to grow, especially harmful bacteria such as Bacillus cereus, Salmonella, Staphylococcus aureus… These types of bacteria can produce produce toxins that are harmful to the body, leading to food poisoning.
Cold rice can be kept at room temperature for 2-4 hours, in the refrigerator for 2-4 days and in the freezer for 2-3 months. However, this type of rice should be stored in the refrigerator at a temperature of 4 degrees Celsius or lower to limit the growth of bacteria.
In addition, when cold rice shows signs of being rancid, has a strange smell, sour taste or shows signs of mold, you absolutely should not eat it because it can cause food poisoning.