Do vermicelli noodles cause weight gain?
Disease description:
I've gained quite a bit of weight recently, so I've decided to go on a diet. I plan to skip dinner and replace it with glass noodles (粉条). May I ask if eating glass noodles will cause weight gain?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Cellophane noodles are made from starch and have a relatively high caloric content. If excessive amounts of cellophane noodles are consumed daily without sufficient physical activity to burn off these calories, weight gain may occur.
The calorie content of 100 grams of dry cellophane noodles is approximately between 340-380 kilocalories. After cooking, the noodles absorb water and expand, thereby reducing their calorie density. However, they still remain a high-carbohydrate food. Overconsumption without adequate physical activity may still lead to weight gain. However, weight gain is not solely related to the intake of a single food item; rather, it is closely associated with overall dietary habits and lifestyle. Including cellophane noodles as part of a balanced diet, while controlling the quantity consumed and combining them with adequate protein, vegetables, and other nutrients, will not easily lead to weight gain.
It is recommended to control total calorie intake, maintain a balanced diet, consume cellophane noodles in moderation, and combine this with regular physical exercise to avoid weight gain associated with their consumption. It is also advised to incorporate cellophane noodles as part of a diverse diet, control portion sizes appropriately, and maintain a healthy lifestyle.
