Jakarta –
Instant noodles are many people’s favorite food. However, this practical noodle dish should be eaten wisely, including not consuming it at the same time as these 3 foods.
Instant noodles seem to be a practical solution when you want to eat deliciously, quickly and practically. It tastes even more delicious when eaten with toppings or other foods, but choose wisely.
Because some foods are recommended not to be consumed together with instant noodles. This is related to its nutritional content which makes it even more unhealthy.
Here are 3 foods that are not good to eat with instant noodles:
1. Rice
It is not recommended to mix white rice with instant noodles because both are sources of carbohydrates. Photo: Getty Images/iStockphoto/kazoka30
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Eating instant noodles mixed with rice is really filling. However, there is a danger behind this feeling of fullness.
Both instant noodles and rice are the main sources of carbohydrates. If mixed, it means you are consuming a ‘combo’ of carbohydrates.
Too much carbohydrate intake itself risks triggering weight gain. Excess carbohydrates will be stored in the body in the form of energy reserves in the form of fat.
2. Crackers
Also avoid consuming instant noodles accompanied by a piece of crunchy crackers.
Indeed, the crunch of crackers can increase the sensation of eating. However, the combination of the two can be dangerous.
Quoting detikhealth, instant noodles and crackers are foods high in carbohydrates and fat. Both may also contain quite high amounts of MSG, which makes them taste delicious.
Excessive consumption of both together can trigger excess weight which can lead to metabolic syndrome.
3. Corned beef and cheese
Eating instant noodles with corned beef is delicious, but you need to be careful because the calorie intake can be excessive. Photo: Getty Images/iStockphoto/Raylipscombe
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Instant noodles combined with corned beef and cheese are available at many coffee shops and warmindo. The combination of the three may taste delicious, but be careful of excessive calorie and fat intake.
Instant noodles and corned beef are both processed foods that have been processed for a long time. Processed food itself is known to trigger inflammation which can lead to chronic disease.
Apart from that, consuming instant noodles with processed foods can also increase calorie intake. This can clearly trigger weight gain and other metabolic problems.
Also avoid combining instant noodles with sausages, meatballs and nuggets.
This article has appeared on CNN Indonesia with the title “3 Foods That Should Not Be Consumed Together with Instant Noodles”
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