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Rice: the best ally for sleeping well



Are you one of those people who have trouble sleeping every night? Well, this article will be very useful for you to get to sleep naturally and help you with a problem that affects many people. Rice is the key; yes, that's right, rice.
 
First of all, don't worry, between 20 and 48% of the adult population in Spain has difficulty initiating or maintaining sleep according to the study carried out by the Spanish Society of Neurology (SEN). But you can solve it in many different ways! There are countless remedies and habits that you can put into practice to fall into the arms of Morpheus easily and quickly.
 
At Arroz Montsià we could not ignore the benefits that rice has for achieving a peaceful and restful sleep, since the vast majority do not know that a simple plate of rice is one of the healthiest ways to sleep properly.
 
We are going to tell you why rice is so good for sleeping and discover the benefits it has for the body.

What is rice and why is it good for sleeping?


Do you know what rice is? Rice is a cereal, a staple food in virtually all cuisines. It is the second most consumed cereal in the world and the most important in human nutrition, even ahead of wheat.
 
Numerous studies support its benefits for sleeping well, in addition to its other advantages for the body, but we are now going to focus on the reason why it is ideal for being able to fall asleep:

- It contains tryptophan: rice is the cereal with the highest amount of tryptophan that exists. It is an amino acid that helps and promotes the synthesis of melatonin in the body, a hormone that promotes rest. Tryptophan is not produced naturally by our body, which is why it is so important to eat rice to promote sleep and overcome insomnia.

- High glycemic index: according to an Australian study, rice has a high glycemic index that helps you fall asleep more quickly. In addition, according to research conducted by the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, it also helps regulate sleep cycles.

Other benefits of rice


We cannot ignore other benefits that rice has for our body besides helping us sleep like a log, since it is one of the most complete and beneficial foods that exist:
 
- Source of fiber: its high fiber content, especially when we talk about brown rice, helps the digestive system and intestinal transit thanks to its regulatory function. It is not aggressive with the mucous membranes of the intestine and is especially indicated for people with irritable bowel syndrome. It also reduces cholesterol by absorbing excess lipids.
 
- It provides carbohydrates: the carbohydrates provided by rice are a perfect source of energy for both the muscles and the brain, which is why it is the perfect food for athletes. They reduce fatigue and help the body recover from physical work. An easy, quick and healthy energy boost!
 
- It helps prevent cancer: thanks to its high fiber content, the regulation of intestinal transit and its acceleration, it helps reduce the effect of carcinogenic substances in the intestine. In addition, the selenium in rice protects and strengthens the immune system.
 
- Protects the cardiovascular system: the potassium and sodium contained in rice stabilize blood pressure and help regulate heart rate. In addition, magnesium strengthens the arteries against changes in blood pressure.

 
There is no doubt that rice is a super food that we should include in our diet regularly, and even more so if we have trouble sleeping. Now, all that remains is to discuss the thousand ways to prepare it, and in Arroz Montsià We are going to help you.
 
You can take a look at our delicious recipes and learn how to prepare dishes from all over the world. Easy, quick, for cooks... find your ideal recipe on our website and eat rice the way you like it!

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