Are bread, pasta, rice and potatoes ‘fattening’?
Bread, cereals, pasta, rice and potatoes are sometimes thought to be ‘fattening’ by some people. This misconception must be clarified. All of these foods belong to the group of ‘carbohydrates’, a food group that constitutes a large part of a healthy diet. More than half the daily energy should come from this food group since it is low in fat and rich in fiber. They are also good sources of protein, vitamins and minerals. Carbohydrates are also beneficial in their role for preventing diseases. Eating these foods in the diet is therefore very important and should be included with every meal.
