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Rice Vermicelli Or Glass Noodles, Cooked

Cooked rice vermicelli and glass noodles are thin noodles typically made from rice flour or starches such as mung bean, potato, or tapioca. They are mild in flavor and primarily provide easily digested carbohydrate with relatively little fiber, protein, or fat.

Beneficial properties

low in fat easy to digest quick source of carbohydrate mild flavor often gluten-free when made without wheat

Nutritional highlights

They mainly provide carbohydrates, with small amounts of minerals such as manganese or selenium depending on the starch source and fortification, but are generally low in fiber, protein, and micronutrients.

Caution. Some varieties are made from refined starches and can raise blood sugar quickly; wheat-containing versions are not suitable for people with celiac disease or gluten intolerance.

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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