How to burn fat and drop the scale after eating Dragon Boat Festival dumplings?
During the Dragon Boat Festival, enjoying zongzi (sticky rice dumplings) is an indispensable custom. However, zongzi, made primarily of glutinous rice, are relatively high in calories, making them a love-hate relationship for many people concerned about weight management. In response, Chang Yi-ting, Nutrition Director of Cofit, Taiwan's largest online nutrition platform, points out that the choice of ingredients, preparation methods, and unique wrapping techniques in different regions all contribute to significant differences in the taste and nutritional value of zongzi. Although zongzi are high in calories...High fatLow-fiber foods, if consumed only a few times a year during the Dragon Boat Festival, usually do not put too much burden on the body. However, consuming large quantities in a short period of time may cause various discomforts.
Consuming large quantities of zongzi (sticky rice dumplings) can easily cause a sudden spike in blood sugar and may also lead to lethargy. This is because the starch structure of zongzi, made from glutinous rice, is unique, requiring digestive enzymes to break it down over a longer period, thus easily causing indigestion and symptoms such as bloating and discomfort. Furthermore, common ingredients in zongzi, such as pork belly and peanuts, are high in fat, which further slows down digestion. Additionally, consuming too much at the beginning...High-fat foodsIt can also lead to gastrointestinal dysfunction and even constipation.
Every Dragon Boat Festival, the zongzi (sticky rice dumplings) of northern and southern Taiwan spark a flavor competition. Many people, wanting to experience something special, try all sorts of flavors, unaware that overeating can cause drowsiness. Zhang Yiting explains that glutinous rice is a high glycemic index (GI) food. Although it takes a long time to digest, its impact on blood sugar is extremely rapid. After eating zongzi, blood sugar spikes quickly, easily leading to lethargy. The frequent rapid rises and falls in blood sugar are also one of the reasons for fat accumulation in the body.
The calorie difference between zongzi (sticky rice dumplings) from northern and southern Taiwan is quite significant, which is closely related to their preparation methods. Southern zongzi typically involve wrapping raw glutinous rice and ingredients in water and then boiling them; northern zongzi, on the other hand, involve lightly stir-frying the rice and ingredients before wrapping them in bamboo leaves and steaming them. Chang Yi-ting further explained that although most people steam zongzi before eating them, the difference in preparation methods results in northern zongzi having drier and firmer rice, while southern zongzi are softer, stickier, and denser. This difference in preparation methods directly contributes to the difference in their calorie content.
Besides the zongzi from both northern and southern China, Chaozhou zongzi are also commonly found, and their preparation method is similar to that of southern zongzi. There are also sweet alkaline zongzi, made by mixing glutinous rice with alkaline oil before wrapping it in bamboo leaves. Regardless of the type of zongzi you choose, remember to eat them in moderation, and pair them with plenty of vegetables and fruits to enjoy the delicious Dragon Boat Festival while avoiding post-festival discomfort.out of shape。
Do you prefer southern-style, northern-style, alkaline, or other specialty rice dumplings? If you'd like to learn more about the taste, price, and nutritional analysis of famous rice dumplings from across Taiwan, or if you want to know how to effectively burn fat and lose weight when your blood sugar spikes after eating rice dumplings, join the Fitness Factory and Cofit My Personal Nutritionist fan page. On June 18th (Thursday) at 12 PM, Cofit Nutrition Director, Nutritionist Chang Yi-ting, and Fitness Factory coach Vito will be there to unpack famous rice dumplings from across Taiwan and provide on-site exercise guidance. Don't miss it!
