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Plain Rice Cake

Plain rice cakes are light, puffed cakes made from pressed rice, typically low in fat and minimally seasoned. They are commonly used as a crunchy snack or bread substitute.

Beneficial properties

low in fat gluten-free if made from rice only easy to digest low calorie density convenient snack base

Nutritional highlights

Plain rice cakes provide mostly carbohydrates with small amounts of protein and very little fat, fiber, vitamins, or minerals unless fortified.

Caution. Rice cakes are a refined grain food with a high glycemic impact, so portion control may be important for people managing blood sugar.

Conditions it helps with

Diabetes (Type 1 & Type 2)
Includes: Diabetes Type 2
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Diabetes (Type 2)
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Gluten Intolerance (Celiac)
Includes: Celiac Disease
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Low Blood Sugar
Includes: Hypoglycemia
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