The rice diet was created to treat kidney disease and hypertension.
It supports kidney health and helps to lower the blood pressure.
The rice diet today focuses more on weight loss and portion control.
Nutritional deficiencies and muscle loss are major concerns with the rice diet.
This is a cleansing phase, limited to rice and fruits for 1-2 weeks.
During this phase, add vegetables and lean protein, focusing on calorie deficit.
This phase includes a broader diet for long-term weight and health maintenance.
White rice is lower in potassium and phosphorus, safer for kidneys.