Will eating fermented rice balls (sweet rice wine soup) cause weight gain?

Aug 13, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

During this period, I have a particular craving for fermented glutinous rice balls (Laozao Xiaotangyuan), but I'm worried about gaining weight. May I ask if eating fermented glutinous rice balls will cause weight gain?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi

Glutinous rice balls in sweet fermented rice are mainly made from glutinous rice flour and rice wine. The rice wine contains relatively high calories, while the glutinous rice flour is rich in carbohydrates and contains a small amount of protein. Each 100 grams of glutinous rice balls in sweet fermented rice contains approximately 105 calories. Although this calorie level is not particularly high, excessive consumption can still lead to excessive calorie intake.

If consumed in moderation as part of a regular diet and energy balance is maintained through activities such as exercise, eating glutinous rice balls in sweet fermented rice will not directly cause weight gain. However, frequent overconsumption of high-calorie foods without controlling total calorie intake or increasing physical activity may lead to weight gain. Weight gain is also closely related to individual metabolic rates. If an individual's metabolic rate is low and calorie intake exceeds the body's needs, the excess calories may be converted into fat and stored in the body, leading to weight gain.

Whether eating glutinous rice balls in sweet fermented rice leads to weight gain depends on a combination of factors including portion size and individual metabolism. In daily life, it is important to maintain a balanced diet and engage in appropriate physical activity.